Radar Systems Engineer - Woburn, MA with Security Clearance

Davidson Technologies, Inc.; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Davidson Technologies, Inc. in Massachusetts is seeking a Radar Systems Engineer to support the Missile Defense Sensors (MDS) department in Woburn.

The role focuses on developing and analyzing system requirements, designing architectures, and delivering advanced radar solutions for Ground-Based Radar (GBR) systems. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to test, model, and evaluate radar performance, maintain scenario data, and contribute to software/algorithm development.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Engineering, Science, Math or related discipline.
• 2–4 years’ experience with DOORS/Cameo requirements modeling/scripting and test case development.
• Experience with radar hardware/software and radar requirements development.
• Proficiency in MATLAB scripting for data analysis and radar testing.
• Strong knowledge of requirements development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Creation of objects/characteristics and environmental factors to test requirements.
• Define scenarios, prepare scenario executable, and update as requirements evolve.
• Maintain inventory/database of objects/characteristics/environmental factors.
• Document objectives and desired functional outcomes for scenarios.
• Investigate scenario issues and modify scenarios for new conditions.
• Support scenario analysis for test case execution.
• Maintain a database of final scenarios.

Skills

Radar system concepts

Requirements development

Test methodology

Data analysis

Python programming

C/C++ programming

Java programming

Analytical thinking

Education

BS or MS in Engineering/Science/Math

Tools

DOORS

Cameo

MATLAB

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Davidson is distinguished in the aerospace and missile defense industry, in part, because of its excellence in hiring exceptional experts, engineers and software developers dedicated to delivering advanced, intelligent technology solutions in defense of our nation. Davidson is seeking a Radar Systems Engineer - Woburn, MA. Will support the Missile Defense Sensors (MDS) department. The MDS department delivers cutting-edge expertise in concept development, architectural design, requirements generation and flow-down, modeling and simulation, systems analysis, integration, test, and evaluation of world-class Missile Defense & Sensor Systems. You will play a critical part in the enhancement and modernization of Ground-Based Radar (GBR) Systems. Your contributions will include developing and analyzing system requirements, designing system architectures, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver advanced radar solutions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Creation of necessary objects/characteristics and conditions including environmental factors(clutter/iono/etc.) necessary to test requirements.
• Scenario definition development incorporating object.
• Scenario executable compilation.
• Maintain inventory/database list and versions (mapped to applicable test cases) identifying objects/characteristics/environmental factors.
• Document objectives/description of scenario and desired functional outcomes.
• Investigation of scenario issues.
• Modification of scenarios to accommodate updates to requirements as applicable for new conditions/characteristics for objects or environmental factors.
• Scenario analysis support for test case execution.
• Database of all final scenarios.

Job Requirements:

• BS or MS in Engineering, Science, Math or related discipline
• 2-4 years' experience DOORS/Cameo requirements modeling/scripting and test case defeminization
• Early Warning Radar (EWR) Hardware and/or Software experience
• Knowledge of requirements development methodology
• Proficiency in radar test methodology
• Proficiency in MATLAB scripting for data analysis
• Prior experience in radar requirements development
• Scenario generation experience
• Test case design experience

Desired Competencies:

• Experience with radar system concepts including detection, discrimination, tracking, and signal processing algorithms, as well as their behaviors and performance.
• Proven experience in system-level requirements development, documentation, maintenance, and/or the design of system-level software architecture.
• Hands-on experience in developing and coding system models, algorithms, test vectors, and evaluation tools to analyze radar requirements and performance.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, document, and maintain processes, methods, and tools to ensure engineering excellence.
• Track record of developing technical solutions to complex engineering challenges.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as python, C/C++, Java, and tools like DOORS.
• Familiarity with the software development process using Agile methodologies and associated tools, such as JIRA and Confluence.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proven history of delivering innovative technical solutions.
• Proficiency with the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills, including technical writing, oral presentations, and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience interfacing with customers and leading the development of technical solutions for complex user requirements.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a geographically distributed team environment.
• Experience collaborating across disciplines and communicating effectively with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.

Advanced Degree in STEM Clearance Requirements:

• Currently hold active DoD Secret Clearance.