RF/Radar Systems Engineer (Experienced) - Colorado Springs, CO - SEAL

RF/Radar Systems Engineer (Experienced) - Colorado Springs, CO - SEAL

Submit Resume ID: 498150 Type: Researchers Location: Colorado Springs, CO Categories: Algorithm Development, Antenna, Hardware Development/Design, Electronic Warfare, Modeling/Simulation, Radar, RF, Signal Processing, System Engineering, Sensors/Optics

Project/Unit Description

The Georgia Tech Research Institute in Colorado Springs, CO, is seeking sensor engineers and scientists with experience in RF and optical sensors, command and control & battle management & communications systems, missile defense systems, and space situational awareness systems. The types of work that will be performed include the following: 1) development of radar component designs for missile defense and space surveillance radar systems, 2) development of radar signal processing, tracking, fusion, sensor management, and command and control algorithms for application in missile defense and space surveillance systems, 3) performing radar system engineering assessments to quantify performance of missile defense and space surveillance systems, and 4) serving in an independent advisory role to the Government providing subject matter expertise in radar system engineering.

Job Purpose

RF/Radar Systems Engineers work with a team to perform advanced system and algorithm development using established systems engineering approaches. Based on detailed trade studies and requirements analyses, radar systems engineers develop solutions to satisfy system requirements and perform functions related to all aspects of radar system design. These functions include the development of the complete architectural design of radar systems, investigation and development of new algorithms to advance key sensor capabilities by leveraging signal processing techniques and novel waveform development, development of detailed simulations of algorithms and systems for design verification or to facilitate operational software development, the design of sensor modes that maximize sensor performance, the collection and analysis of data from laboratory or flight tests, and formal verification that the final design solution meet all system requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Programmatic and technical lead (as principal investigator, co-PI, or technical task lead); develop requirements and direct others to perform design and theory research and lab testing tasks

Perform significant team development and mentoring others in highly specialized tasks in research areas of expertise

Document and direct others of documenting work of design, theory, and test in written and presentation form as programmatic and technical lead

Primary lead on the development of whitepapers, proposals, and sponsor engagement to support multiple programs in research areas of expertise

Provide technical vision to sponsors for future research areas

Primary author and mentor of technical reports/presentations of projects, journal articles, and conference presentations

Additional Responsibilities

Lead research efforts in addressing key problems in missile defense and space surveillance.

Provide thought leadership as part of regular interactions with existing MDA and USSF customers and potential sponsors.

Contribute to the capture of new MDA and USSF business opportunities.

Manage projects and resources to include personnel, budgets, and deliverables.

Serve in an independent advisory role to the Government providing subject matter expertise.

Required Minimum Qualifications

At least 10 years of experience leading research and development efforts focused on radar subsystems or system development.

Demonstrated participation in program development efforts to include white papers and proposals.

Demonstrated experience briefing customers on technical results.

Preferred Qualifications

Active TS/SCI Clearance

At least 15 years of experience performing research in the field of radar applied to either missile defense or space situational awareness.

Demonstrated experience capturing new business in the areas of missile defense or space situational awareness.

At least 10 years of experience project management experience dealing with budgets, technical deliverables, and personnel.

Travel Requirements

<10% travel

Education and Length of Experience

This position vacancy is an open-rank announcement. The final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty Extension Professional ranks as outlined in section 3.2.1 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook

14 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, mathematics, physics, RF, communications, radar or other related fields

12 years of related experience with a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, mathematics, physics, RF, communications, radar or other related fields

9 years of related experience with a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, mathematics, physics, RF, communications, radar or other related fields.

U.S. Citizenship Requirements

Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.

Clearance Type Required

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

Benefits at GTRI

Comprehensive information on currently offered GTRI benefits, including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development, can be found through this link: https: // hr.gatech.edu/benefits

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) at Georgia Tech Research Institute aims to enhance the Institute's mission of solving the world's most complex technical problems by creating a workforce with a shared appreciation for diversity, raising awareness around inclusiveness, and fostering a sense of belonging and appreciation for all members of our community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Tech Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and actively seeks diversity among its employees. Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law.

Posted: 02/14/2023 Closes: 04/14/2023