Senior or Principal Radar Systems Engineer

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client in Orem, UT that is seeking a Senior or Principal Radar Systems Engineer. This role will be onsite and offers a competitive compensation package including base salary and equity. The responsibilities include supporting the development, testing, and scaling of advanced radar systems. The engineer will bring hands‑on radar systems expertise, particularly in signal processing, verification & validation, and system‑level engineering.

• Lead radar system verification and validation (V&V) efforts
• Build and execute test plans for radar systems
• Analyze radar data and evaluate system performance
• Develop and implement automation for data collection and analysis
• Identify issues early and improve overall product quality
• Support ongoing refinement of released radar products
• Interface with hardware components including antennas, RF systems, and embedded platforms
• Drive system‑level improvements by challenging existing approaches
• Lead testing and system‑level initiatives (not just execution)

• Algorithm teams
• Embedded systems engineering
• Mechanical engineering

• Contribute to system design and architecture
• Define requirements and system interfaces
• Influence technology roadmap and product direction

• BS, MS or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering or similar fields
• 4‑10+ years of relevant engineering experience
• Proven experience working with radar systems: development, production, and real‑world use
• Hands‑on experience with radar data analysis; interpreting system outputs and test results
• Experience with testing, verification, and validation workflows
• Strong expertise in radar signal processing
• Deep system‑level understanding of radar systems (beyond components)
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑scaling, high‑impact environment

• Experience with radar algorithms and/or tracker development
• Exposure to FMCW radar systems (Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave)
• Experience working across multiple engineering domains: algorithm, embedded, and mechanical teams

• Antennas
• RF systems
• Embedded systems

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note:

Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.