• Systems Engineer - Applied Mathematics

    Insight Global (Woburn, MA)


    Job Description

    As a System Engineer supporting one of our defense client's advanced radar systems, you’ll play a key role in the full lifecycle of radar system development - from trade studies and concept investigation through agile design and deployment. Your work will focus on applying advanced mathematics, signal processing, and electronic protection techniques to enhance radar performance in complex operational environments. You’ll use tools like MATLAB to model radar behavior, simulate system-of-systems interactions, and validate performance against mission requirements. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you’ll help shape technical solutions that directly support missile defense and surveillance operations. This program is supporting classified environments which requires candidates to have an Active Secret Clearance. This role must sit on-site in either Woburn, MA or San Diego, CA in a 9/80 schedule (Preference is for Woburn, MA).

     

    Compensation: $55-65/HR Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401K retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

     

    We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

    Skills and Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)

    • 5+ years hands on engineering / relevant professional experience

    • Experience with MATLAB and at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C++, Java)

    • Applied mathematics experience in modeling and simulation

    • Knowledge of statistical analysis, Design of Experiments, and Analysis of Alternatives

    • Background in signal processing, electronic protection, and applied mathematics

    • Experience with ground/sea-based radar systems

    • Strong technical writing and presentation skills

    • Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams • Familiarity with Git, Docker, Confluence, or Jira

    • Experience using high-performance computing (HPC) environments for simulation