Radar Systems Engineer (Part-Time)

Systems Planning & Analysis; Dahlgren (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

Systems Planning & Analysis in Dahlgren, Virginia, is seeking a part-time radar systems engineer to support a fast-paced Navy radar program. The role involves leading technical reviews, producing documentation, and managing priorities effectively.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and have over 12 years of DoD systems engineering experience. A hybrid work environment is possible; however, daily work will be primarily from NSWC Dahlgren.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in DoD systems engineering.
• Proven experience with Navy’s surface radar and/or combat systems design.
• DoD Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Support and complete major technical reviews.
• Produce required acquisition documentation.
• Manage program needs and external requirements.

Skills

Radar systems expertise

Technical documentation

Systems engineering processes

Technical interchanges

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Job description

Responsibilities

We are seeking a part‑time radar systems engineer to support a fast‑paced radar program within the Navy's Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Mission Systems.

Candidate will support a variety of tasks including: support and completion of major technical reviews; producing required acquisition documentation; meeting critical program milestone deadlines; managing program needs and external requirements, and ensuring the right resources are provided to the right priorities at the right time.

Day To Day Role

You can expect to work on a variety of radar development and integration documents and tasks.

• Lead and act on behalf of the program's Working Group Leads ensuring the appropriate Systems Engineering processes and discipline is applied across the program.
• Support technical interchanges and working groups by providing technical expertise in the areas of radar and/or combat systems integration.
• Conduct technical studies and develop systems engineering documentation as directed by program leadership.

A hybrid work environment is acceptable; however the candidate must have the ability to work primarily from NSWC Dahlgren.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in STEM
• 12+ years of experience in DoD systems engineering
• Proven experience with Navy’s surface radar, and/or combat systems design and certification processes
• DoD Secret clearance and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

Desired Qualifications:

• 15+ years of relevant work experience, particularly in the area of DoD engineering, including experience as a radar Chief Engineer or Technical Warrant holder
• Master of Science degree or higher in a technical field