Senior Radar Simulation Engineer

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense Sensors, Sensor Research Analysis Division in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Radar Simulation Engineer to join a diverse team delivering analysis, modeling and testing support for complex MDA radar systems. You will help develop a real-time radar simulation product used for warfighter training and system testing.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical or Radar Engineering with 10+ years of relevant experience, strong C/C++, MATLAB and Python skills, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Radar Engineering with 10+ years in radar design, modeling or analysis.
• Experience with MATLAB or Python for algorithm development and data analysis.
• US citizenship and ability to maintain an active SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform radar systems analysis, root cause issues, and document results for leadership.
• Develop analysis tools in MATLAB / Python to test algorithms for software engineers.
• Collaborate on-site daily at a government facility on a multi-contractor team.
• Represent Leidos professionally and ethically in technical discussions.

Skills

C/C++

MATLAB

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Radar Engineering

Tools

Ada

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Your greatest work is ahead! Leidos Defense Sensors, Sensor Research Analysis Division is seeking a talented, self-motivated, experienced Radar Simulation Engineer to join a diverse team in Huntsville, AL that provides analysis, modeling & simulation, and testing support for complex Missile Defense Agency (MDA) radar systems. We have offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields providing responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions. The applicant will join a group of highly technical engineers and analysts supporting the development of a real-time radar simulation product that is used for performing warfighter training and certifications, integrated missile defense exercises, and system level testing assisting development of tactical command and control algorithms. The applicant should be a self-starter, individual contributor and able to collaborate closely with systems engineers and software engineers and testers. Are you ready to make an impact?

Primary Responsibilities

• In this role you will perform radar systems analysis, deep dive customer noted issues through root cause identification and resolution, simplify tactical radar algorithms to representative effects that can function in real-time, and document results for technical briefings to end-users and project leadership.
• This role involves development of a significant amount of analysis tools through MATLAB / Python to develop and test algorithms to provide to software engineers and to ensure they are working according to design.
• This position requires working daily on-site at a government customer facility on a multi-contractor team and interacting regularly with industry partners and the government customer.
• Through this opportunity the candidate will be expected to represent Leidos technically, professionally, and ethically.

Basic Qualifications

• Candidate must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Radar Engineering, or a related STEM discipline, and a minimum of 10 years of experience in radar design, modeling & simulation, and/or analysis.
• Advanced degrees in STEM disciplines are also strongly encouraged to apply. The minimum number of years of experience could be reduced in view of the advanced degree.
• Familiarity with compiled software languages such as C/C++, and competence in a broad array of radar topics such as detection theory, tracking, waveform scheduling, and object classification. Position requires strong analysis skills, including analysis experience using MATLAB or Python (Matplotlib).
• Must be a US citizen, possess and be able to maintain an active SECRET clearance.
• Candidate must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in modeling & simulation of radar systems are preferred.
• Experience in interpreting Ada source code are preferred.
• Experience writing radar algorithm description documents are preferred.
• Candidates with proven experience working with radar system simulations, preferably within the defense sector, are highly preferred.

Company Culture

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting

October 26, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Company Overview

Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

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Commitment and Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.