Principal Radar Systems Analyst

Leonardo DRS; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 134,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a full-time, on-site Principal Radar Systems Analyst in Germantown, MD to lead radar-performance analysis and systems engineering across counter-UAS, counter-rocket-artillery-mortar, and SHORAD programs. The role requires translating needs into models, simulations, and rigorous technical solutions in a fast-paced defense environment.

The ideal candidate has a BS in engineering, 8+ years in systems engineering and radar analysis, and DoD experience with security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum eight years of experience in systems engineering and radar performance analysis.
• Ability to lead a technical group independently.
• Broad systems engineering experience: requirements, design, integration, verification.
• Experience with DoD customers and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.
• Advanced experience with Jenkins, Cameo, STK, MATLAB, and Python.
• Strong organizational, written communication, and analytical skills; US citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain technical project plans for radar performance-analysis tools.
• Lead the systems engineering analysis team with rigorous approaches.
• Develop, deploy, and maintain models, simulations, and tools for performance characterization.
• Translate customer needs into system requirements and map to Agile execution.
• Create and maintain specifications, use cases, and system architectures.
• Identify risks and support verification and validation activities.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical support to stakeholders.

Skills

Radar performance analysis

Systems engineering

Technical leadership

Agile execution

Requirements management

Jenkins

Cameo

STK

MATLAB

Python

DoD processes

Security clearance

U.S. citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Jenkins

Cameo

STK

MATLAB

Python

Job description

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Location: Germantown, MD, US, 20876

Job ID: 115802

Location: Germantown, MD

Business Unit: DRS RADA Technologies

Schedule: 9/80

Shift: First

DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

About the Role:

DRS RADA Technologies is seeking a full-time, on-site Principal Radar Systems Analyst to provide technical leadership for radar performance analysis and systems engineering across counter-unmanned aircraft systems, counter-rocket, artillery, and mortar, and short-range air defense programs. This hands-on role is ideal for an experienced engineer who can translate complex operational needs into rigorous models, simulations, requirements, and actionable technical solutions.

What You Will Do:

• Establish and maintain technical project plans to design, develop, document, test, and deliver radar performance-analysis tools that meet program cost, schedule, and technical-performance targets.
• Lead with technical rigor across the systems engineering analysis team, helping define sound approaches to complex radar and system-performance challenges.
• Develop, deploy, and maintain models, simulations, and analysis tools that inform system integration, test planning, and performance characterization.
• Translate customer needs and limited source documentation into clear system requirements, then partner with development teams to map those requirements into an Agile execution framework.
• Create and maintain systems engineering artifacts such as specifications, Interface Control Documents, use cases, system architecture descriptions, trade studies, and verification and validation plans.
• Identify technical risks, recommend mitigation strategies, and support systems design, requirements allocation, integration, and verification and validation activities.
• Mentor and coach engineers, providing technical expertise and support to engineering and operational stakeholders.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field
• A minimum of eight years of relevant experience; advanced technical and domain knowledge in systems engineering and radar performance analysis.
• Ability to independently lead a technical group and apply strong engineering judgment in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Broad systems engineering experience, including requirements management; functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation; systems design; system integration; technical risk management; and verification and validation principles.
• Experience developing and using systems engineering artifacts, including specifications, Interface Control Documents, use cases, system architecture descriptions, and trade studies.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense customers and processes, with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
• Advanced experience with analysis and automation tools such as Jenkins, Cameo, STK, MATLAB, and Python.
• Strong organizational, written communication, presentation, and analytical skills;
• U.S. citizenship is required.

What This Role Is Not:

• This is not a production or manufacturing role, nor is it limited to operating a single radar system. You will work at the systems-engineering level—using analysis, models, simulations, requirements, and integration and test evidence to guide radar-enabled solution performance.
• This is not a role limited to one analysis tool or artifact. The work spans radar-performance models, simulations, requirements, architecture descriptions, trade studies, and verification and validation planning.
• This is not an remote position. This full-time role is based on-site in Germantown, Maryland, where close collaboration with systems, software, hardware, integration, test, and operational teams is essential.
• This is not an entry-level engineering role. The Principal Radar Systems Analyst is expected to work independently, lead technical workstreams, make sound engineering decisions, and mentor other team members.
• This is not analysis performed in isolation. You will work within a cross-functional team and contribute to radar-enabled products that must perform reliably in demanding real-world defense environments.

What We Bring:

At DRS RADA Technologies, your work supports technologies that help protect military personnel, critical infrastructure, and communities around the world. You will join a mission-driven team developing advanced radar technology that supports system performance and real-world defense applications.

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a company contribution to a health savings account; telemedicine; life and disability insurance; legal insurance; and a 401(k) savings plan. We invest in employee well-being, career growth, professional development, and skill enhancement, and offer a flexible 9/80 schedule, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

The expected salary range for this position is $134,332–$181,349 per year. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable).

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

• Integrity
• Agility
• Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Community & Respect
• Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.