Mid- Level -Senior Level Radar Simulation Engineer

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Leidos Defense Sensor is seeking a talented, self‑motivated, experienced Radar Systems Engineer to join a diverse team in Huntsville, AL that provides analysis, modeling & simulation, and testing support for complex Missile Defense Agency (MDA) radar systems. We have offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields providing responsive, cost‑effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions.

Join a group of highly technical engineers and analysts supporting the development of a real‑time radar simulation product that is used for performing warfighter training and certifications, integrated missile defense exercises, and system‑level testing assisting development of tactical command and control algorithms. The applicant should be a self‑starter, individual contributor and able to collaborate closely with systems engineers, software engineers and testers.

• Perform radar systems analysis, deep dive customer noted issues through root cause identification and resolution, simplify tactical radar algorithms to representative effects that can function in real time, and document results for technical briefings to end‑users and project leadership.
• Develop analysis tools through MATLAB / Python to provide algorithms to software engineers and ensure they are working according to design.
• Work daily on‑site at a government customer facility on a multi‑contractor team and interact regularly with industry partners and the government customer. Represent Leidos technically, professionally, and ethically.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Radar Engineering, or a related STEM discipline plus 8‑15 years of experience in radar design, modeling & simulation, and/or analysis; or a Master’s degree in STEM disciplines and a minimum of 6‑15 years of experience in radar design, modeling & simulation, and/or analysis.
• Familiarity with compiled software languages such as C/C++, and competence in a broad array of radar topics such as detection theory, tracking, waveform scheduling, and object classification.
• Strong analysis skills, including experience using MATLAB or Python.
• Resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville‑North Alabama, AL area.
• U.S. citizen with an active SECRET clearance.

• Experience in modeling & simulation of radar systems.
• Experience writing radar algorithm description documents.
• Proven experience working with radar systems, simulations, and electronic warfare, preferably within the defense sector.

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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.