Radar Data Analyst

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting PTO accrual and holidays

Flexible schedules

401k match with vesting

Annual bonus eligibility

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) seeks a Radar Analyst to support verification, validation, and accreditation activities for Missile Defense System modeling and simulation.

You will apply deep radar expertise to ensure model accuracy, performance, and trust across critical defense portfolios. You will join a technical team within MDA/SEQV Systems Verification, shaping radar model fidelity and contributing to high-assurance evidence for national defense programs.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of radar, modeling, or system analysis experience.
• Active DoD Secret clearance (or higher).
• Strong understanding of radar fundamentals and environmental effects.

Responsibilities

• Apply radar expertise to validate MDS modeling and simulation environments.
• Develop and execute sensitivity studies to evaluate radar performance characteristics.
• Build analytical tools and code (HWIL and Digital Model assessments) to evaluate models against requirements.
• Research technical model documentation and data to support VV&A evidence development.
• Collaborate with software developers, model producers, and accreditation agents to establish VV&A evidence.
• Contribute to a multiagency environment focused on improving model fidelity and mission readiness.

Skills

Radar fundamentals

MATLAB

Python

Strong communication

Education

BS or MS in Engineering/Physics/Math/CS

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

MTSI is seeking a Radar Analyst to support highimpact verification, validation, and accreditation (VV&A) activities for Missile Defense System (MDS) modeling and simulation. This role provides the opportunity to apply deep radar expertise to one of the most missioncritical modeling and simulation portfolios supporting national defense.

You’ll join a technical team within MDA/SEQV Systems Verification-designated as the MDA M&S Agent-where you will shape radar model accuracy, performance, and trustworthiness across the Missile Defense System.

What You’ll Do

• Apply radar expertise to enhance and validate complex MDS modeling and simulation environments.
• Develop and execute sensitivity studies to evaluate radar performance characteristics within MDA M&S frameworks.
• Build analytical tools and code (HWIL and Digital Model assessments) to evaluate models against requirements and determine suitability for operational use.
• Research and interpret technical model documentation, academic papers, and system data to support VV&A evidence development.
• Collaborate with software developers, model producers, and accreditation agents to establish highquality V&V evidence and resolve modeling discrepancies.
• Contribute to a multiagency, highly technical environment focused on improving model fidelity and supporting real-world mission readiness.

Required Qualifications

• BS or MS in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of relevant radar, modeling, or system analysis experience.
• Active DoD Secret clearance (or higher).
• Strong understanding of radar fundamentals and environmental effects (refraction, atmospheric absorption, scintillation, sky noise).
• Familiarity with MDA radar LRIDs (logical record indicators).
• Experience with radar discrimination, especially wideband features.
• Knowledge of radar debris mitigation logic.
• Background in signal processing techniques (desired).
• Experience with phased array radar modeling/simulation or tactical hardware (both preferred).
• Proficiency with MATLAB and/or Python (plus).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to produce briefings, reports, and documentation.

Benefits

• Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
• Flexible schedules
• 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually
• Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
• Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement
• Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
• Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan

MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities.