Systems Architect, Lead

TSC’s Product Solutions (PS) Division is seeking a Systems Architect, Lead in Huntsville, AL, with expertise in theoretical analysis, requirements generation/decomposition, early product design, interface control, and test planning/execution/data analysis of RF sensors, radar, communication systems, and/or antenna design in the precision weapons domain of DoD/DoW-related programs. The PS Division provides products and services in radar, communication systems, sensors, antennas, and other electronics systems to the missile, radar/sensor system, communications, control systems, data acquisition, and signal processing markets. TSC has developed products ranging from board-level, application-specific designs to complete, turnkey radar and communication systems, and maintains a state-of-the-art hardware capability respected by government and industry customers.

About the role

This position requires technical expertise in the design, test, analysis, and requirements development of RF-based technologies such as proximity, height-of-burst (HOB), unmanned RF payloads, seeker sensors, tactical data links, and radar systems spanning development through manufacturing for missiles, rockets, Electronic Warfare (EW), and/or gun-launched munition platforms. The role involves coordinating with product teams and division leadership to position TSC as the preferred partner for RF-based technologies with current and new customers.

Responsibilities

• Create radar system architectures based on customer requirements
• Track new and upcoming technologies and assess their potential to improve performance or reduce costs for RF systems
• Develop technical presentations and white papers in support of internal hardware development activities
• Support hardware demonstrations, technical discussions, and deliver periodic technical briefs
• Provide technical oversight of proposals, programs, and product lines
• Lead IRAD developments of new technology
• Assist in developing system test documentation aligned with verification of functionality on a production line
• Oversee or lead technical development on all NRE activities by collaborating with multi-discipline teams (systems, hardware, mechanical, software, and firmware engineers) to build complete solutions and products
• Assess industry/government RFIs to determine applicability and/or feasibility of designing or adapting current TSC products to meet requested requirements

Requirements

• BS in Electrical Engineering and minimum 8-10 years of experience in RF-based design, or
• M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and minimum of 8 years of experience in DoD/DoW industry
• Strong technical background with experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Military/Defense System Development and Delivery
  • Radar & Communications
  • Digital Signal Processing Systems
  • Military/Defense Hardware Production & Quality Control
  • Radar & Communication System/Subsystem Design, Analysis, Integration, and/or Field Testing
  • Military/Defense Electronics System Manufacturing & Integration
• Demonstrated technical leadership and subject matter expertise
• Excellent organizational and communications skills
• Able to prioritize work and maximize productivity
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET DoD Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with proximity/HOB or seeker fuze technologies in a product development environment
• Experience working with missiles, rockets, or gun-launched munitions utilizing fuze technologies such as proximity and seeker technologies
• Experience designing FMCW and/or pulsed-based radar technologies
• Experience in early concept development through design verification testing

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • ESOP participation
  • 401k Plan
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Co-Sponsored Health Plan
  • Paid Leave