Senior Radar Systems Analyst

Octagon Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK engineering organisation is seeking a Senior Radar Systems Analyst based in Enfield, London to support the design and performance development of next-generation radar systems. The role involves system-level modelling, algorithm development, and collaboration with hardware and software teams. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have strong MATLAB experience, as well as understanding of digital signal processing. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on impactful defence projects in a dynamic R&D environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience using MATLAB for modelling, analysis and algorithm development.
• Solid understanding of digital signal processing techniques.
• Background in radar systems or closely related domains.

Responsibilities

• Develop system-level models and assess radar performance across scenarios.
• Design and evaluate signal processing algorithms using MATLAB.
• Support hardware and software development teams.

Skills

MATLAB

Digital signal processing

Communication skills

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in relevant engineering or scientific discipline

Tools

Git

JIRA

Job description

Job Title : Senior Radar Systems Analyst

Salary : Up to £70,000 (DOE)

Job Type : Full Time, Permanent

Location : On-site, Enfield, London

About the Opportunity

A leading UK engineering organisation based in Enfield, London, is seeking a Senior Radar Systems Analyst to support the design and performance development of next-generation radar systems. This role sits within a highly technical R&D environment and offers the chance to work on complex, real-world defence and surveillance applications.

As a Senior Radar Systems Analyst, you will play a key role in system-level modelling, analysis and algorithm development, working closely with hardware and software teams to influence end-to-end radar system design decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop system-level models and assess radar performance across a range of operating scenarios.
• Design, implement and evaluate signal processing algorithms using MATLAB.
• Provide technical input into radar system architecture, requirements and detailed specifications.
• Support hardware and software development teams across the wider R&D function.
• Contribute to trials, testing and customer engagements, including occasional UK and international travel.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline.
• Strong experience using MATLAB for modelling, analysis and algorithm development.
• Solid understanding of digital signal processing techniques.
• Background in radar systems or closely related domains such as sonar, image processing or communications.
• Ability to deliver complex technical analysis and design tasks on time and to quality.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams.

Desirable Experience

• Pulse compression, Doppler filtering, CFAR, tracking algorithms and phased array radar systems.
• Exposure to embedded systems, RF, antennas, Python or C / C++.
• Experience using configuration management or project tools such as Git or JIRA.

Why Apply

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Radar Systems Analyst based in Enfield, London to work on advanced radar technology, contribute to high-impact defence projects and grow within a well-established engineering organisation