PodRad Developer, Engineer III

Jobtailor; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced RF/hardware engineer to assemble radar subsystems, conduct RF tests, and refine designs with NSSL scientists. You will modify MATLAB/Python/C++ code, develop QC methods, and produce technical reports and presentations.

The role requires 6+ years of engineering experience, proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and/or C++, and the ability to work in field conditions and potentially lift up to 60 lbs.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of full-time engineering experience.
• Experience in electromechanical assembly and RF hardware testing.
• Familiarity with lab test equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer).
• Must be able to kneel, bend, and lift up to 60 lbs.
• Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, and/or C++.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven hardware/software improvements.
• Familiarity or proficiency with FM-CW radar concepts preferred.
• IT security awareness training within one week of starting.
• Export control review may apply for foreign nationals.

Responsibilities

• Assemble radar sub-systems, cabling, and structural housing.
• Perform standardized RF tests to verify baselines.
• Collaborate with NSSL scientists to refine designs.
• Modify MATLAB/Python/C++ code for radar products.
• Develop data quality control methods and maintain logs.
• Draft test reports and quarterly status reports.
• Prepare conference-style presentation for stakeholders.

Skills

Electromechanical Assembly

RF Hardware Testing

MATLAB Programming

Python Programming

C++ Programming

Data Analysis

Quality Control Methods

Field Testing

Technical Report Writing

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Multi-Meter

Oscilloscope

Spectrum Analyzer

Network Analyzer

Job description

• Assemble radar sub-systems and components, cabling, and structural housing


• Perform standardized test procedures on RF equipment to verify equipment performance baselines


• Use experimental results in collaboration with NSSL scientists to refine the design


• Modify existing MATLAB or Python-based code, or write new code, to produce standard radar products such as Doppler velocity spectra plots


• Develop basic quality control methods for collected data


• Investigate incorporation of additional radar products in collaboration with NSSL scientists to support data workflow and analysis


• Perform field testing to evaluate equipment performance in real-world conditions


• Implement design improvements based on field-testing feedback


• Collaborate with NSSL scientists, engineers, and external partners to validate against operational and experimental observations


• Assist NSSL staff in deploying other research systems as appropriate


• Update technical schematics


• Maintain troubleshooting and testing logs and code repositories


• Draft test reports


• Prepare quarterly status reports


• Write a brief report following AMS guidelines


• Prepare a conference-style presentation and present to project stakeholders and at a national or international conference if possible

Requirements

• BA/BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related field


• 6+ years of full-time engineering experience


• Demonstrated experience in electromechanical assembly and RF hardware testing


• Familiarity with lab test equipment, including multi-meter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, and network analyzer


• Must be able to kneel, bend, and lift up to 60 lbs


• Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, and/or C++


• Strong analytical skills to evaluate test results and apply them through hardware and software improvements


• Familiarity or proficiency with FM-CW radar concepts strongly preferred


• Must complete an online IT security awareness course within one week of starting work


• Foreign national candidates are subject to export control review and require CO/COR approval prior to consideration


• Local and non-local travel may be required, not anticipated to exceed 5% annually


• Ability to work irregular hours during active severe weather events may be required for field data-collection activities

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in RF hardware testing, electromechanical assembly, and data analysis using MATLAB and Python. Capable of collaborating with scientists and engineers to refine radar systems and produce quality reports and presentations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• RF Hardware Testing


• Electromechanical Assembly


• MATLAB Programming


• Python Programming


• Data Analysis

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Electromechanical Assembly


• RF Hardware Testing


• MATLAB Programming


• Python Programming


• C++ Programming


• Data Analysis


• Quality Control Methods


• Field Testing


• Technical Report Writing


• Troubleshooting

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills


• Collaboration


• Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• IT Security Awareness Course

Industry Keywords

• Radar Systems


• FM-CW Radar Concepts


• Data Workflow


• Experimental Observations


• Field Data-Collection

Tools & Technologies

• Multi-Meter


• Oscilloscope


• Spectrum Analyzer


• Network Analyzer