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Sr Systems Engineer for Radar Tracking

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Sr Systems Engineer to join our Radar Technologies department. In this role, you will lead the development of modern target tracking radar capabilities designed to detect and track air targets in challenging environments such as cluttered and electronically contested spaces. Your expertise will be crucial in performing system analysis and trades, developing new architectures and algorithms, and generating systems and software requirements.

Responsibilities

+ Develop and implement system engineering strategies for modern target tracking radar capabilities.

+ Conduct system analysis and trades to identify optimal solutions.

+ Design new architectures and algorithms for air target detection and tracking.

+ Generate comprehensive systems and software requirements.

+ Collaborate with software and hardware engineering teams to define computational needs.

+ Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team on backlog planning, implementation approaches, integration, and test plans.

+ Analyze data from performance simulations and field tests to troubleshoot issues and develop fixes.

+ Represent the company at technical reviews, meetings, and formal design reviews.

Essential Skills

+ Extensive expertise in algorithm development, Matlab, radar, phased array, track filter design, and data association.

+ Detailed knowledge of multiple model tracking, coordinate conversions, trajectory tracking algorithms, and pulse Doppler radar systems.

+ Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in engineering or related technical discipline with progressive engineering experience (18+ years for Bachelor's, 16+ years for Master's, 13+ years for PhD).

+ Experience with advanced tracking architectures and designs, especially those developed by Blackman.

+ Demonstrated experience with data association algorithms, track filter design, and target dynamic model design.

+ Proficiency in systems tools and simulations using Matlab, Python, and/or C.

+ Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills for interfacing with departments and external representatives.

+ Customer-focused with the ability to work independently or within a team environment.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with development tools such as Confluence, Jira, and Git.

+ Experience in developing air traffic control or air defense tracking capabilities.

+ Proven ability to develop algorithms capable of operating in complex environments with clutter and interference.

+ Previous experience working with the Department of Defense.

Work Environment

Join a leading organization in high-technology systems development. Work in a fast-paced R&D environment focused on advanced electric, electronic, wireless, and laser technologies. This position requires collaboration within the Radar Technologies department and offers opportunities to contribute to space systems, satellites, missile defense, and other critical applications. Dress code is business casual.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $160000.00 - $250000.00/yr.

HealthcarePension, 401(k)/Retirement PlansCompetitive PayMultiple product lines means a variety of workPaid Time Off

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Tyngsborough,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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