Parsons Corporation · 21 hours ago
Lead Radar Engineer
US - AL, Huntsville
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$156K/yr - $280K/yr
10+ years expParsons Corporation is seeking a Lead Radar Engineer to join their team, where you will utilize your expertise in radar systems and reverse engineering. The role involves analyzing and documenting complex radar architectures, leading signal analysis efforts, and overseeing hardware analysis and technical documentation.
National DefenseConstructionIndustrialConsultingInformation TechnologyBuilding MaterialIndustrial EngineeringInfrastructureMilitarySecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead comprehensive reverse engineering of radar systems including ground-based and airborne platforms
Lead, analyze, and characterize unknown radar waveforms, PRF patterns, and modulation schemes
Oversee reverse engineering of radar hardware including transmitters, receivers, antenna systems, and signal processing chains
Oversee reconstruction of radar system architectures, timing diagrams, and operational modes
Lead signal analysis efforts to identify radar types
Lead and analyze radar emissions across multiple frequency bands (HF through mmWave)
Oversee detailed waveform analysis including pulse characteristics, chirp parameters, and coding schemes
Decode radar signal processing techniques and detection algorithms
Oversee the characterization radar performance parameters (range, resolution, sensitivity, PRF, duty cycle)
Guide the analysis electronic counter-countermeasures (ECCM) and low probability of intercept (LPI) features
Perform and lead teardown analysis of radar components and subsystems
Lead the reverse engineering of RF front-end circuits, power amplifiers, and receiver chains
Analyze and oversee antenna arrays, feed networks, and beamforming architectures
Oversee identification of components, chipsets, and technology nodes used in radar systems
Oversee PCB analysis, circuit tracing, and signal flow documentation
Prepare and review comprehensive technical intelligence reports on radar systems
Document and review radar capabilities, limitations, and operational characteristics
Oversee creation of detailed technical drawings, block diagrams, and system specifications
Develop and oversee countermeasure recommendations and vulnerability assessments
Lead technical teams
Qualification
Required
Must be a US Citizen
Candidate must have an active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain/maintain a TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering with 15+ years of relevant experience, OR Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering with 12+ years of relevant experience, OR a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years of relevant experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Strong technical writing and documentation skills
Ability to work independently on and lead complex, ambiguous problems
Strong attention to detail and methodical approach
Expert understanding of radar principles, waveforms, and signal processing
Experience with pulse-Doppler, SAR, ISAR, phased array systems
Expert understanding of pulse compression, frequency modulation, phase coding
Expert understanding of matched filtering, Doppler processing, CFAR detection, tracking algorithms
Deep knowledge of phased arrays, AESA/PESA, monopulse, beamforming
Proficiency with spectrum analyzers, VSAs, ELINT receivers, direction finding equipment
Experience with radar signal analysis, and characterization
PCB reverse engineering, component identification, circuit analysis
Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, GNU Radio, IDA Pro, Ghidra
Hands-on experience with high-end RF test equipment
Preferred
Active TS/SCI with polygraph
Experience and understanding of signals intelligence (SIGINT) or electronic warfare (EW) environments
Background with military radar systems (air defense, fire control, surveillance)
Deep knowledge of radar electronic support measures (ESM) and electronic attack (EA)
Knowledge of radar cross-section (RCS) analysis and stealth technology
Understanding of space-based radar systems
Experience and knowledge of DRFM (Digital RF Memory) and radar jamming techniques
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid time off
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k)
Life insurance
Flexible work schedules
Holidays
Company
Parsons Corporation
Parsons is an engineering, construction, technical and management services firm for national security and global infrastructure markets.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$700M2024-02-21Post Ipo Debt· $700M
2019-05-07IPO
Leadership Team
Carey Smith
Chair, President and CEO
Matthew Ofilos
Chief Financial Officer
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