Lead Radar Engineer

Job Description

Parsons is seeking a Lead Radar Engineer to combine deep radar system knowledge with advanced reverse engineering capabilities. Key responsibilities include:

• Radar System Reverse Engineering: Comprehensive reverse engineering of radar systems including ground-based and airborne platforms.
• Lead, Analyze, and Characterize Unknown Radar Waveforms, PRF Patterns, and Modulation Schemes
• Oversee Reverse Engineering of Radar Hardware Including Transmitters, Receivers, Antenna Systems, and Signal Processing Chains
• Lead Signal Analysis Efforts to Identify Radar Types
• Signal Analysis & Characterization: Lead and analyze radar emissions across multiple frequency bands (HF through mmWave).
• Analyze and Oversee Detailed Waveform Analysis Including Pulse Characteristics, Chirp Parameters, and Coding Schemes
• Decode Radar Signal Processing Techniques and Detection Algorithms
• Oversee Characterization of Radar Performance Parameters (Range, Resolution, Sensitivity, PRF, Duty Cycle)
• Guide Analysis of Electronic Counter-Countermeasures (ECCM) and Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) Features
• Hardware Analysis: Perform and lead teardown analysis of radar components and subsystems.
• Lead Reverse Engineering of RF Front-End Circuits, Power Amplifiers, and Receiver Chains
• Analyze and Oversee Antenna Arrays, Feed Networks, and Beamforming Architectures
• Identify Components, Chipsets, and Technology Nodes Used in Radar Systems
• Analyze and Oversee PCB Analysis, Circuit Tracing, and Signal Flow Documentation
• Technical Intelligence & Documentation: Prepare and Review Comprehensive Technical Intelligence Reports on Radar Systems.
• Document and Review Radar Capabilities, Limitations, and Operational Characteristics
• Create Detailed Technical Drawings, Block Diagrams, and System Specifications
• Develop and Oversee Countermeasure Recommendations and Vulnerability Assessments

Required Skills

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering with 15+ years of relevant experience, OR Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with 12+ years of relevant experience, OR a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years of relevant experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently on and lead complex, ambiguous problems
• Strong attention to detail and methodical approach

Security Clearance

Active Secret security clearance is required for this position. This position is part of our Federal Solutions team. The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Holidays

About the Role

Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Qualifications

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

Skills

• Radar Theory: Expert understanding of radar principles, waveforms, and signal processing
• Radar Types: Experience with pulse-Doppler, SAR, ISAR, phased array systems
• Waveform Analysis: Expert understanding of pulse compression, frequency modulation, phase coding
• Signal Processing: Expert understanding of matched filtering, Doppler processing, CFAR detection, tracking algorithms
• Antenna Systems: Deep knowledge of phased arrays, AESA/PESA, monopulse, beamforming
• RF Analysis: Proficiency with spectrum analyzers, VSAs, ELINT receivers, direction finding equipment
• Signal Intelligence: Experience with radar signal analysis, and characterization
• Hardware Analysis: PCB reverse engineering, component identification, circuit analysis
• Software Tools: Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, GNU Radio, IDA Pro, Ghidra
• Test Equipment: Hands-on experience with high-end RF test equipment