Senior Principal Systems Engineer, Algorithm Development

CHAOS Industries; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative technology company seeks a Senior Principal Systems Engineer to lead the development of advanced radar capabilities. This role involves designing and optimizing radar signal processing algorithms for target detection and classification, working with cutting-edge technologies in a mission-focused environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in radar systems and programming, contributing to real-world solutions that address critical challenges. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and offers a supportive culture, where your expertise will drive impactful advancements in defense technology.

Benefits

100% paid health benefits

Life insurance

401k with company match

Free daily lunch

Unlimited PTO

Casual dress code

No meeting Fridays

Relocation assistance

Generous pre-IPO stock options

Annual bonuses (coming soon)

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in radar systems with a strong understanding of signal processing.
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM or equivalent work experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced radar signal processing algorithms.
• Lead the development of new radar capabilities with minimal guidance.

Skills

Radar Systems

Signal Processing

Algorithm Development

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

C++

Python

MATLAB

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Graduate degree in STEM

Tools

FPGAs

DSPs

Job description

Senior Principal Systems Engineer, Algorithm Development

Hawthorne, California, United States

CHAOS Inc. is a global technology company delivering next-generation capabilities to the defense and critical industrial sectors. Founded in 2022 by a seasoned leadership team, CHAOS has quickly become the place where world-class multi-disciplinary engineers come to build mission-critical technologies. CHAOS has a mission-focused culture, dedicated to solving the toughest technical challenges. Its unique agile engineering approach enables rapid prototyping, while deep partnerships with defense and industry ensure real-world solutions.

Role Overview:

• Support the Systems Engineering design and development of cutting-edge radar capabilities

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop advanced radar signal processing algorithms for target detection, tracking, and classification
• Lead the development of new radar capabilities with minimal guidance
• Optimize algorithms for real-time performance and resource constraints
• Implement algorithms in software (e.g., C++, Python, MATLAB) and/or hardware (e.g., FPGAs, DSPs)
• Analyze radar data to evaluate system performance and identify areas for improvement
• Develop and maintain system simulations and models to support algorithm development and performance evaluation
• Design and development of radar modes
• Contribute to the development of system requirements and specifications
• Modeling and Simulation of radar systems and sub-systems as well as the signal processing chain
• Plan and lead field tests and data collection activities
• Document and present technical findings and progress to leadership
• Mentor and guide junior engineers

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) or another related field or equivalent work experience
• 10+ years of experience in radar systems
• Deep understanding of radar systems and modes
• Strong understanding of radar principles, signal processing techniques, and algorithms
• Strong familiarity with programming languages like Python or MATLAB
• Systems Engineering experience with RF (Radio Frequency) Systems
• Expertise in digital signal processing (e.g. modulation, filtering, and detection)
• Expertise in algorithm development
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Preferred qualifications:

• Graduate degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) or another related field or equivalent work experience
• Expertise with radar waveform design, matched filtering, doppler processing, and clutter rejection techniques
• Strong foundation in both sides of the Systems Engineering V
• Experience with C++

Why CHAOS?

• Health Benefits: Your medical, dental and vision benefits will be 100% paid for by the company
• Additional benefits: life, FSA, HSA, 401k (+ Company match), and more
• Our Perks: free daily lunch, ‘No meeting Fridays’, unlimited PTO (for exempt employees), casual dress code
• Compensation Components: competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance + (coming soon!) annual bonuses
• Company Size: 85 employees and counting!

Salary range: $110,000 - $240,000

The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus, equity, and benefits. If your compensation requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations.