Principal Radar Engineer, Space

2 hours, 54 minutes ago
Full-time
Lead
IoT and Embedded Systems
Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is an American defense technology firm that specializes in developing advanced autonomous systems for integrated awareness and security across land, sea, and air, utilizing its proprietary Lattice platform to enhance intelligence, su...

Aerospace & Defense
1K-5K
Founded 2017
$2200M raised

Description

  • Architect and implement RF sensing technologies for space-based radar payloads and multi-domain platforms.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system architectures and concepts of operations for complex space missions.
  • Conduct system-of-systems analysis to translate mission requirements into radar subsystem specifications, link budgets, and performance trades.
  • Develop and validate radar techniques, waveforms, signal processing algorithms, and detection and tracking technologies.
  • Create and drive internal technical roadmaps for space radar capabilities.
  • Engage with DoD and IC customers to translate operational needs into technical requirements.
  • Provide technical leadership to program management and business development teams for strategic decision-making.
  • Mentor and grow team members in radar theory, space systems engineering, and best practices.
  • Lead teams, direct cross-functional groups, or own technical portfolios depending on experience and fit.

Requirements

  • MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical field; a bachelor's degree will be considered with exceptional experience.
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in radar systems engineering, including hardware, algorithms, or software development.
  • Proven track record in a technical leadership role developing high-performance defense radar systems.
  • Strong expertise in radar architecture, waveform design, radar modes, and system-level modeling.
  • Understanding of radar antenna development, technology, and integration.
  • Proficiency in MATLAB and Python for radar simulation and analysis.
  • Prior experience supporting DoD or IC programs.
  • Active U.S. Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance.
  • Hands-on experience developing space-based RF sensing systems, including satellite payload design and orbital/environmental effects (preferred).
  • Proficiency in C++ for real-time embedded systems or signal processing pipelines (preferred).
  • Experience with SAR, GMTI, or space-based SIGINT modes (preferred).
  • Familiarity with spacecraft operations, mission design tools, or hardware-in-the-loop integration with ground stations (preferred).
  • Understanding of space software standards such as cFS and SpaceVPX, and modular payload architectures (preferred).
  • Experience building and leading technical teams in the space domain, including organizational strategy and vision (preferred).
  • Track record managing complex relationships with government customers (preferred).

Benefits

  • US salary range of $220,000 to $293,000 USD.
  • Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers.
  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees.
  • Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees.
  • Support for health, recovery, and future needs through employee benefits.

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