Radar /Surveillance Engineer (Mid - Senior Level)

P17 Solutions is a distinguished Small Business Administration 8(a) certified company, specializing in delivering professional services to Federal, State, and Local Government agencies, industry partners, and organizations across both public and private sectors. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, we provide cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions as a trusted strategic partner in government, industry, and technology.

About the role

P17 Solutions is seeking a Mid-Senior Level Radar/Surveillance Engineer to support advanced radar and surveillance technology programs. This role combines radar algorithm development and signal processing with radar system analysis and characterization across the full lifecycle—from algorithm design and simulation through field testing, deployment, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Algorithm Development & Signal Processing
  • Develop, evaluate, and improve radar signal processors and tracking algorithms for performance and latency
  • Research emerging algorithms from current literature and assess applicability to program needs
  • Support radar simulation/modeling (including EW environments), RF sensor field-testing, and sensor deployment
  • Apply DSP techniques including matched filtering, Doppler processing, CFAR detection, and tracking
• System Analysis & Characterization
  • Analyze and characterize radar waveforms, PRF patterns, modulation schemes, and performance parameters
  • Support analysis of radar emissions, ECCM, and LPI features
  • Contribute to reconstruction of radar system architectures, timing diagrams, and operational modes
• Documentation & Collaboration
  • Prepare technical reports, drawings, and system specifications
  • Peer review internal/industry algorithms and analyses
  • Mentor junior engineers; may lead individual tasking
  • Collaborate cross-functionally on radar program objectives

Requirements

• BS in EE, CE, or related field (ABET-accredited) with 5–9 years of relevant experience; or MS + 3–7 years; or PhD + 1–3 years. Candidates without a degree but with strong demonstrated experience will also be considered.
• Demonstrated experience in radar algorithm development and/or signal analysis
• Working knowledge of radar architectures, waveforms, and operational modes
• Strong fundamentals in: DSP, tracker algorithms, MATLAB, radar simulation/modeling, FAA systems, radar waveforms (LFM, Barker/polyphase codes, LPI, etc.), radar modes (search/track/SAR/ISAR, etc.), EW concepts (RWR, ESM, ECM/ECCM), and Mark 99 Eliminator/DDCS systems
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills
• Ability to work independently on ambiguous problems; growth potential into a technical lead role
• Must be a US Citizen able to obtain/maintain a Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Statistics/probability background; SIGINT/EW familiarity
• Military or FAA-related radar systems background (RCS analysis, pulse-Doppler, SAR/ISAR, AESA/PESA)
• RF test equipment proficiency (spectrum analyzers, VSAs); Python, GNU Radio
• Experience with SPY-1, SPY-6, and/or SPY-7
• Additional skills: electromagnetics, modern C++, Linux

Work Environment

• Full-time, onsite at William J. Hughes Technical Center, Egg Harbor Township, NJ
• Must reside within a 90-mile radius; no relocation assistance
• Travel may exceed 30%

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with Safe Harbor match
• Educational assistance
• Generous leave policy
• 11 paid federal holidays and 2 supplemental holidays