Radar Analysis IPT Lead

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly technical, hands‑on Radar Analysis IPT Lead to execute and lead radar performance modeling and analysis activities for an advanced radar system. This role is not purely managerial – the selected candidate will directly perform detailed radar performance analysis while guiding a small team of analysts. The IPT Lead will leverage and adapt existing radar modeling and simulation toolsets developed on prior programs to assess detection, tracking, and system‑level performance in realistic operational environments.

The role requires a deep understanding of radar physics, signal processing impacts, and practical performance verification methods.

• Directly execute radar performance modeling using established tool suites (MATLAB, Python‑based frameworks, C++ models, etc.)
• Adapt legacy radar performance tools to current system architecture and requirements

• Assess applicability of previously developed radar performance models to current design
• Modify and extend modeling frameworks to reflect:
  • Updated RF architectures
  • Antenna/beamforming differences
  • Processing chain updates

• Analyze detection performance (CFAR variants, threshold selection)
• Evaluate tracking filter performance (e.g., Kalman‑based estimators)
• Assess dwell time, PRF selection, waveform tradeoffs, and coherent integration impacts
• Identify algorithm sensitivities that drive system‑level performance risk

• Lead a small radar analysis team while remaining the primary technical contributor
• Review and approve analysis products and technical reports
• Present quantitative performance assessments to program leadership and customers
• Provide clear, data‑driven recommendations to influence system design decisions

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an ABET‑accredited school with a strong demonstration of the skills listed below; plus 8‑12 years of experience in hands‑on radar performance analysis. Proficiency in MATLAB for radar performance modeling.
• Must have good communication skills for working in a highly collaborative lab environment and interfacing with customers.
• US Citizen and possess and maintain a Final Secret Clearance.
• Be a resident of Huntsville, AL or willing to relocate to the Huntsville, AL area.

• Experience transitioning analysis tools between programs
• Familiarity with hardware performance drivers (noise figure, linearity, antenna gain patterns)
• Experience correlating simulation results with flight or range test data

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Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.