Radar Engineer

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Radar Analyst/Engineer Job Description

We are seeking a talented Radar Analyst/Engineer to join a well-established team of analysts and software engineers. This team supports prototyping, testing, and analysis efforts associated with tactical code development for AN/TPY-2 and SBX radars. The role involves working with real-time HWIL systems, tactical software, and hardware to perform prototyping, testing, analysis, and verification of tactical algorithms.

• Design and develop scenarios for radar system performance analysis.
• Develop analysis tools and apply new or existing tools to perform complex analyses.
• Enhance understanding of critical radar functions, including acquisition, tracking, discrimination, and system-level interactions.
• Support projects such as ground test performance analysis, post-flight reconstructions, and risk-reduction efforts.
• Collaborate in a dynamic environment that encourages team interaction and creative problem-solving.

• 2-10 years of experience in radar analysis, with a preference for 4-7 years.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in data manipulation, radar systems, MATLAB, and radar analysis.
• Experience with radar signal injection and modeling using Python.
• Active Secret Clearance.

• Experience with radar systems engineering and radar operations.
• Proficiency in data visualization, signal processing, electromagnetics, or system engineering.
• Experience with fire control systems and simulation frameworks.

The position is onsite at Redstone Arsenal, working in a lab environment. You will collaborate directly with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and engineers from various companies. The work environment is very collaborative with a relaxed atmosphere, allowing for flexible work hours. Employees can choose to work four ten-hour days or a 9/80 schedule. The company offers competitive salaries and benefits, including a matching 401(k), Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), medical, vision, and dental insurance, paid leave, and performance-based bonuses.

This is a Permanent position based out of Huntsville, AL.

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $180000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). CFD Research offers our Full-Time, permanent employee-owners a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance. Additionally, we offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. Part-Time and Temporary employee-owners may receive partial or reduced benefits and leave time based on their employment status level.

Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements. In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance.

This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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