ELTA North America · 1 day ago
Radar Systems Engineer 2
Annapolis Junction, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expELTA North America is a global leader in the design and support of electronic systems for the U.S. government. They are seeking an experienced Radar Systems Engineer to lead the adaptation and integration of radar systems for the U.S. defense market, ensuring compliance with military specifications and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
3D PrintingGovernmentInformation TechnologyManufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the technical adaptation of foreign radar systems for U.S. defense applications, ensuring compliance with U.S. military specifications and standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, software engineers, and field service teams, to integrate radar systems into larger defense platforms and technologies
Provide technical expertise in radar system design, integration, testing, and optimization to ensure high performance, reliability, and security
Conduct radar system simulations, performance analysis, and troubleshooting to resolve complex issues and optimize system performance
Manage system-level design and integration processes, from requirements gathering through to final implementation, validation, and deployment
Oversee radar system testing, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and end-to-end system validation, to ensure systems meet performance and safety criteria
Work closely with U.S. defense stakeholders to ensure radar systems are properly integrated and aligned with operational requirements
Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including system architecture, integration plans, test procedures, and user manuals
Provide leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, offering guidance on technical challenges and best practices
Conduct regular technical reviews and provide input on design improvements, system enhancements, and risk mitigation strategies
Participate in the certification process, ensuring that radar systems comply with U.S. defense regulations and standards
Support radar system deployment, offering technical assistance and troubleshooting during installation and operational setup
Stay current on developments in radar technology, defense systems, and U.S. defense regulations, and recommend improvements based on industry trends
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
3+ years of experience in radar systems engineering, with a focus on defense or aerospace applications
Strong knowledge of radar system design, signal processing, RF systems, and performance analysis
Extensive experience with radar system integration, testing, and troubleshooting in complex defense environments
Familiarity with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) standards, including military specifications for radar systems
Proven track record of working with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated radar solutions
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues in radar systems
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in international, cross-cultural teams
Ability to travel up to 25%, including periodic trips to middle east for technical collaboration, integration support, and training
Ability to obtain a US security clearance
Preferred
Master's degree
Active US security clearance
Experience with foreign radar systems or previous work on international radar system integration projects
Knowledge of radar system cybersecurity standards and best practices in defense systems
Familiarity with advanced radar technologies, such as phased array radars, synthetic aperture radar (SAR), or ground-based radar systems
Fluency in Hebrew
Travel: 25%
Company
ELTA North America
ELTA North America is a global leader in the design, manufacture and support of innovative electronic systems.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Matthew Richmond
Interim President and CEO
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2026-01-06
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