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Lockheed Martin · 3 months ago

Lead Radar Simulation Engineer

positionMoorestown, NJ
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff

Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and harnessing innovation to make the world a safer place. The Lead Radar Simulation Engineer will develop high-fidelity modeling and simulation for radar tracking algorithms, conduct performance analyses, and provide expertise in radar tracking and sensor fusion to support the Missile Defense Agency.

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Responsibilities

Develop high-fidelity modeling and simulation for radar tracking algorithms to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA)
Conduct performance analyses and trade studies on tracking functions
Provide algorithm design feedback of low-to-high fidelity LRDR RepBox code that incorporates: Sensing phenomenology; Signal processing; Detection, tracking, and discrimination functionalities; Interface dependencies with other Ground-Based Midcourse Defense components
Provide expertise in radar tracking and sensor fusion
Coordinate analysis activities and products with functional group leads, senior management, and government personnel
Prepare detailed reports and briefings to document analysis results
Present findings to the MDA
Provide continuous recurring guidance (derived requirements) for the development and sustainment of a RepBox “black box behavior and effects level” for a Long-Range Discrimination Radar (LRDR) RepBox models
Analyze RepBox anchoring runs and compare to HWIL runs (flight test and/or ground test)
Act as liaison for RepBox development team when obtaining reach-back support from Moorestown LRDR prime contractor to better model algorithms and performance for the model
Identify and elaborate feature improvements to the RepBox LRDR model
Provide continuous feedback to the RepBox development team to guide development of applicable models particularly with new algorithm designs, higher fidelity recommendations, interface changes, and anomalous behavior
Define Certification criteria for the applicable LRDR radar model RepBox and provide Certification statements as the Radar SME that the subject radar meets the defined criteria for the intended use
Provide certification level radar SME analysis support with anchoring data to HWIL and RepBox provided run output. Any off nominal or out of family results will be documented and reported to the RepBox development team
Travel will be required to visit LRDR prime contractor for additional training and instruction on LRDR capabilities, features, and data analysis

Qualification

Radar tracking algorithmsSensor fusion techniquesC++Long-Range Discrimination RadarSystem of systems analysisTeam environment experienceWillingness to learnElectromagnetic attack experienceNovel tracking system algorithmsAlgorithm optimizationsCommunication skillsWork independently

Required

Develop high-fidelity modeling and simulation for radar tracking algorithms to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA)
Conduct performance analyses and trade studies on tracking functions
Provide algorithm design feedback of low-to-high fidelity LRDR RepBox code that incorporates: Sensing phenomenology; Signal processing; Detection, tracking, and discrimination functionalities; Interface dependencies with other Ground-Based Midcourse Defense components
Provide expertise in radar tracking and sensor fusion
Coordinate analysis activities and products with functional group leads, senior management, and government personnel
Prepare detailed reports and briefings to document analysis results
Present findings to the MDA
Provide continuous recurring guidance (derived requirements) for the development and sustainment of a RepBox 'black box behavior and effects level' for a Long-Range Discrimination Radar (LRDR) RepBox models
Analyze RepBox anchoring runs and compare to HWIL runs (flight test and/or ground test)
Act as liaison for RepBox development team when obtaining reach-back support from Moorestown LRDR prime contractor to better model algorithms and performance for the model
Identify and elaborate feature improvements to the RepBox LRDR model
Provide continuous feedback to the RepBox development team to guide development of applicable models particularly with new algorithm designs, higher fidelity recommendations, interface changes, and anomalous behavior
Define Certification criteria for the applicable LRDR radar model RepBox and provide Certification statements as the Radar SME that the subject radar meets the defined criteria for the intended use
Provide certification level radar SME analysis support with anchoring data to HWIL and RepBox provided run output. Any off nominal or out of family results will be documented and reported to the RepBox development team
Travel will be required to visit LRDR prime contractor for additional training and instruction on LRDR capabilities, features, and data analysis

Preferred

Experience with tracking systems within elements of the Missile Defense System, including sensor fusion techniques
Ability and willingness to learn new physical and mathematical concepts
Strong communication skills
Ability to work both independently and in a group setting
Knowledge of the Long-Range Discrimination Radar and its Tracking algorithms
Experience with electromagnetic attack
Experience in creation of novel tracking system algorithms, and/or algorithm optimizations
Experience with working in a team environment
Experience in conducting system of systems analysis and trade studies
Proficiency in C++

Benefits

Flexible schedules
Competitive pay
Comprehensive benefits

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.
dateFounded in 1912
location
Bethesda, Maryland, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.lockheedmartin.com

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

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Jim Taiclet
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Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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