Senior Microwave & Sensor Engineer – Radar Systems

Sandia National Laboratories

New Mexico

On-site

USD 117,500 - 235,700

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance
Flexible work arrangements (9/80, 4/10
Telecommuting
Generous vacation
401k

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking a Senior/Principal R&D Microwave & Sensor Engineer for Radar ISR Mission Engineering, onsite in New Mexico. The role involves analysing radar systems, developing concepts, and integrating subsystems, with leadership in testing, modeling, and documentation.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in a relevant field and 5 years of experience, with DOE Q clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and five years of related experience or equivalent
  • DOE Q level security clearance eligibility required
  • Graduate degree preferred for advanced role with independent research experience
  • Experience with RF/microwave test equipment and measurement techniques

Responsibilities

  • Analyze, design, and develop radar systems, subsystems, and modules
  • Develop Concepts of Operation and system-level design and integration
  • Develop test and qualification plans
  • Lead or support formal program reviews
  • Negotiate requirements with customers
  • Deliver hardware within schedule and budget
  • Develop technical documentation
  • Troubleshoot problems and support anomaly resolution
  • Work onsite with occasional travel and relocation assistance

Skills

Radar systems
DSP
MATLAB
C/C++
Python
RF/microwave test equipment
Digital communications
Electronic warfare

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline
Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

VNA / network analysis

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking a Senior/Principal R&D Microwave & Sensor Engineer for Radar ISR Mission Engineering, onsite in New Mexico. The role involves analysing radar systems, developing concepts, and integrating subsystems, with leadership in testing, modeling, and documentation.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in a relevant field and 5 years of experience, with DOE Q clearance eligibility.

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