Radar Systems Engineer — Level 3/4 (Secret Clearance)

Northrop Grumman Corp.

Colorado Springs (CO)

On-site

USD 104,000 - 194,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Colorado Springs seeks a Radar Architect (Level 3 or 4) to support radar subsystem development and integration. The role requires active Secret clearance, experience with radar systems and signal processing, and collaboration across cross-functional teams. Expect duties across the Systems Engineering lifecycle and real-time simulations.

Primary salary ranges apply with potential bonuses and comprehensive benefits. Relocation not provided; travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

  • Experience with radar systems and signal processing
  • Familiarity with Systems Engineering lifecycle
  • Proficiency in MATLAB or Python
  • Active security clearance required or ability to obtain
  • Strong problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Support development and integration of radar subsystems and components
  • Translate customer requirements into hardware/software specs
  • Analyze TPMs and KPPs and balance radar performance metrics
  • Develop mathematical algorithms for mode/sensor implementation
  • Assist in real-time and simulated models of sensor systems
  • Coordinate with stakeholders and communicate results to leadership
  • Guide team through development and implementation activities

Skills

Radar systems
Signals processing
Systems engineering
MATLAB
Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM
Master's degree in STEM

Tools

Jira
Confluence
Cameo Enterprise Architecture

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Colorado Springs seeks a Radar Architect (Level 3 or 4) to support radar subsystem development and integration. The role requires active Secret clearance, experience with radar systems and signal processing, and collaboration across cross-functional teams. Expect duties across the Systems Engineering lifecycle and real-time simulations.

Primary salary ranges apply with potential bonuses and comprehensive benefits. Relocation not provided; travel up to 10% may be required.

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