General Dynamics · 2 hours ago
Radar System Engineer
USA-AZ-Scottsdale
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems is a market leader and technology innovator seeking talented professionals to deliver cutting-edge solutions for national security. The Radar System Engineer will develop and test systems, ensuring integration and performance of radar technologies while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
AerospaceNational SecurityPublic Transportation
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Systems Engineers analyze, design, develop and test General Dynamics Mission Systems systems to ensure the integration of software, hardware, reliability, maintainability, safety and other requirements in the total engineering effort
Additional Responsibilities include formulating operational concepts; performing mission, functional, cost-benefit and risk analysis; selecting systems architecture; and preparing specifications for General Dynamics Mission Systems operating systems to ensure designs meet applicable security specifications
These individuals may also be asked to document security on both new and fielded information systems or provide accreditation/certification evaluation and test support to ensure all technical security features are considered and functioning properly
Exercise creative thinking and ideation to advance our business performance
Deliver innovative, flexible, integrated solutions to meet customers changing business needs
Support and engage in programs, projects and practices behind the General Dynamics Mission Systems culture and strategy, and comply with all policies and procedures
Follow industry and department trends and developments to ensure General Dynamics Mission Systems services are consistent with, and/or superior to, industry best practices
Perform requirement analysis and allocation to hardware for phased array radar systems operating in S-Band and X-Band
Develop and simulate architectures for radar subsystems
Create hardware test plans, procedures, and test setups to validate system performance
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including RF, digital, and software engineers, to ensure system integration and performance
Conduct hardware testing, including system-level and component-level validation, and troubleshoot issues as needed
Support design reviews and ensure compliance with program requirements and industry standards
Document engineering activities, including test results, analysis, and design changes, and communicate findings to stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline
3-5 years of experience in hardware systems engineering, preferably in radio, radar or phased array systems
Strong understanding of radio or radar system architecture and hardware design principles
Hands-on experience with hardware test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers)
Ability to analyze and interpret specifications and translate them into actionable requirements
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire
U.S. citizenship is required
Preferred
Master's degree in a related field
Experience with RF hardware design and testing
Familiarity with tools for simulation and modeling (e.g., MATLAB, HFSS)
Knowledge of industry standards and best practices for radar systems
Candidates with an active clearance or the ability to obtain a clearance will be preferred
Benefits
Competitive salary
Generous health and personal benefits
Flexible work environment
Company
General Dynamics
General Dynamics is a defense industry contractor for shipbuilding, marine, combat and defense systems and, munitions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$84.9M2010-09-10Grant· $30M
2009-12-30Grant· $33.6M
2009-08-05Grant· $21.3M
Leadership Team
Lauren Bradshaw, SHRM-CP
Global Mobility Business Partner/ EAP
Matthew Brandon, MSHR
Manager, Sr HR Business Partner
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