Radar Fusion - Engineer

Socket.dev; Edwards Air Force Base (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

HSA/FSA

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

JT4, LLC seeks motivated radar fusion engineers to support flight test operations at Edwards AFB. You will test radar systems, apply MBSE to digital models, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate requirements and ensure seamless integration.

The role requires strong signal processing knowledge, independent work capability, and readiness to obtain necessary security clearances. Salary is commensurate with experience and education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution with 4 years of related engineering experience, or an accredited MS with 2 years of experience, or a PhD in Engineering.
• Must possess DoD clearance up to Top Secret with SCI access and be a U.S. citizen.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills; able to work independently and in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Test radar systems that integrate radar fusion techniques for improved detection and tracking.
• Apply MBSE practices to create and maintain digital system models.
• Collaborate with software and hardware teams to validate requirements and ensure integration.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and interim reports.

Skills

Signal processing

Collaboration

Testing and validation

Technical documentation

Data analysis

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Engineering

MS in Engineering (accredited)

PhD in Engineering (accredited)

Job description

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

JT4 will be hiring multiple candidates for this position with varying experience and skill levels. Salary ranges will be based on skill level and education.

JOB DUTIES - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

JT4 seeks motivated and experienced junior to senior Radar Fusion engineers to support flight test operations at Edwards AFB. Candidates will be responsible for testing radar systems that integrate radar fusion techniques to enhance object detection and tracking capabilities. Contribute to developmental test & evaluation and apply Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices to create and maintain digital system models. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to validate requirements and ensure seamless integration.

Desired Experience:

• Signal Processing: Proficient in signal processing algorithms and radar signal processing techniques to optimize radar system performance.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including software and hardware engineers, to ensure radar systems meet industry standards and safety regulations. Radar Fusion Engineers must stay current with the latest advancements in radar technology and have a solid understanding of radar principles and related fields.
• Testing and Validation: Conduct rigorous simulations, ground and flight tests to verify radar system functionality and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Technical Documentation: Assist in the development of technical documentation, interim reports, and maintain databases for system and subsystem specifications.
• Data Analysis: Perform Radar Fusion engineering data analysis and modeling for radar and electronic‑warfare subsystems.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in systems engineering, developmental test and evaluation, and application of processes and data analysis tools.
• Experience with Radar and Electronic Warfare principles, and sensor operations
  Knowledge of Low Observables (LO) applications
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Experience working independently and in cross functional or small technical teams
• Candidates must have, or be able to obtain, a Secret Clearance with the eventual upgrade to Top Secret clearance and must be eligible for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

The candidate must have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution and four years of related engineering experience or have an accredited Master of Science in Engineering with at least 2 years of related engineering experience or have an accredited doctoral degree in Engineering. The candidate must have mastery of concepts, principles, and practices of engineering that enables the employee to serve as a technical authority on projects relating to the specific programs. The position requires sufficient knowledge and skill to apply the latest developments in engineering to solve problems in the specialty area along with excellent communication and analytical skills. The candidate must have a working knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools and possess planning/organizing skills. The position may require the ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems in operational hardware and software.

The candidate must possess a valid, state-issued driver's license. The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance up to top secret with special access. Must be a U.S. citizen.

SALARY

The expected salary range for this position is $110,000 to $185,000 annually.

Note:

The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay. JT4, LLC considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market/business considerations when extending an offer.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Benefits Active on Day 1
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts/FSA's
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match
• JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution
• 100% Immediate Vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards. Occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting with occasional use of computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness are required. Travel to remote company work locations may be required.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified.

Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment.

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