Sr. Radar Systems Engineer

Description

We are seeking a Sensor Systems Architect to support architecture, design, concept of operations, requirements development, analysis, and implementation of high‑performance AESA radar systems. This role involves collaborating with subsystem teams to define clear, executable, and testable approaches for meeting mission success criteria, conducting trade studies and analyzing radar system‑level performance impacts, developing and presenting detailed design documentation, and representing the organization on contracts and with internal and external customers, program and senior leadership, and multi‑disciplinary teams.

• This position requires a government security clearance; the applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Our team of Radar Systems Engineers and Sensor Architects come from diverse backgrounds and experience levels, all working together to deliver quality designs and cutting‑edge capabilities to customers including the Missile Defense Agency, U.S. Navy, Air Force, U.S. Army, Space Force, and foreign partners such as Japan, Canada, Spain, Norway, Australia, and the U.K.

If you enjoy technical challenges that push the limits, thrive in a collaborative environment with motivated engineers from diverse backgrounds, and are a lifelong learner passionate about driving technology forward for evolving customer needs across a broad array of environments and threat spaces, this role is for you.

• Work‑life balance with flexible schedules such as Flex 4/10, Flex 9/80, or 5/8
• Competitive 401(k) match and bonus
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability, and flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and education assistance
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Inclusive and supportive work culture

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, Physics, or equivalent, with 5 years of related experience; or a Master’s degree with 3 years of related experience
• Functional knowledge of radar systems and subsystems
• Demonstrated experience in system analysis, architecture, requirements development, trade studies, modeling and simulation, or integration and test
• High proficiency in C++, MATLAB, or Python
• U.S. citizen with ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, Physics, or equivalent
• Radar systems development experience, including signal processing, antenna patterns, detection/tracking/discrimination algorithms, software, data analysis, and modeling & simulation
• Experience leading technical teams and collaborating across multi‑disciplinary teams
• Strong analytical, applied mathematics, and problem‑solving skills
• Knowledge of Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) and Anti‑Aircraft Warfare (AAW) concepts and design considerations
• Active DoD Secret level clearance or higher

This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a U.S. citizen.

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Education assistance
• Parental leave
• Paid time off and holidays

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

• Experience Level: Experienced Professional
• Business Unit: RMS
• Relocation Available:
  Possible
• Career Area:
  Systems Engineering:
  System Architecture
• Type:
  Full‑Time
• Shift: First
• Work Schedule:
  
  4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week (onsite)
• Salary Range (NJ): $130,000 - $244,662