Senior Principal Systems Engineer RF Sensor

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Principal Systems Engineer specializing in RF Sensors. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the field of remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance. The ideal candidate will leverage their extensive experience in radar processing and digital signal processing to develop innovative RF sensing algorithms. Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing aerospace technology and making a significant impact in the defense sector. If you have a passion for engineering and a desire to contribute to high-frequency RF systems, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Requires a master's degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Thirteen or more years of experience with a master's degree, or ten or more years with a PhD.

Responsibilities

• Implement RF sensing algorithms for advanced surveillance systems.
• Work on Radar processing techniques and digital signal processing.

Skills

In-Phase and Quadrature Array Signal Processing

RF Adaptive Signal Processing

Beamforming

Discrete Fourier Transform

IQ Channel Imbalance

Array Manifold Calculations

Radar Processing methods

Range Migration Techniques

Clutter Cancellation

Space Time Adaptive Processing

Range Doppler Map Target Detection Algorithms

Time Difference of Arrival (TDoA) Concepts

Education

Master's Degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

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Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

We have a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced RF Sensor Systems engineer to work in the GA-ASI Agile Mission System (AMS) division on a family of programs. This RF Sensor System digital signal processing expert will create and implement RF sensing algorithms.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The well-qualified candidate will have implemented several and have some expertise in all the following Radar processing techniques:
• In-Phase and Quadrature Array Signal Processing
• RF Adaptive Signal Processing and Beamforming
• Discrete Fourier Transform
• IQ Channel Imbalance
• Array Manifold Calculations
• Radar Processing methods
• Range Migration Techniques
• Clutter Cancellation
• Space Time Adaptive Processing
• Range Doppler Map Target Detection Algorithms
• Time Difference of Arrival (TDoA) Concepts

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Requires a master's degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; thirteen or more years of experience with a master's degree, or ten or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Desired Qualifications:
• Research and design experience, patents or publications on High-Frequency RF Sensor Systems are highly desirable. Familiarity with existing HF electromagnetic wave ionospheric propagation models is important.
• Master’s Degree or PhD in Electrical, Computer, Physics, Math or related engineering and science field plus 15 years of direct experience in the following areas:
• Research and design experience, patents or publications on High-Frequency RF
• RF Physics
• Wave Propagation
• Digital Signal Processing
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

Keywords: Moving Target Indicator, High-Frequency, Wave Propagation, Ionospheric Propagation, Beam Pattern, Array Manifold, Doppler, Pulse Doppler, Waveform, Interferometry, Phase Shift, CFAR, DFT, Multi-Static, DSP, Digital Signal Processing.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary.

Salary range: 128,130 - 229,358.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Defense and Space Manufacturing and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing