Senior SAR Engineer

EVONA; California; Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for professional growth

Remote flexibility

Involvement in global-impact missions

Job summary

A leading satellite technology company is looking for a SAR Engineer to support its US engineering division. This remote position involves developing advanced radar technologies for both commercial and government purposes. Responsibilities include creating software for SAR data processing and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure high-quality data products. Candidates should have a strong background in signal processing and experience in Python, Go, or C++. Opportunities for growth and remote work flexibility are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in RF, systems, or electrical engineering.
• 2+ years of experience developing data-processing software in a production environment.
• Working knowledge of SAR imaging physics and common formation algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software solutions for SAR data processing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate algorithms.
• Troubleshoot and resolve data and product quality issues.

Skills

Signal-processing fundamentals

Python

Go

C++

Docker

AWS cloud services

Education

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field

Tools

GIS analysis tools

Job description

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Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr

SAR Engineer – Advanced Radar Systems / Remote Sensing

Location: Orange County, CA

Compensation: $120,000 - 170,000 | Full-time | Permanent

Clearance: Active or Eligibility to Obtain TS/SCI

Travel: Up to 20%

About the Opportunity

My client is a leading Satellite scale-up who are looking for a SAR Engineer to join its growing US engineering division. This position plays a key role in developing and operationalizing advanced radar and signal‑processing technologies that power next‑generation synthetic aperture radar (SAR) data products.

Working alongside scientists and engineers across multiple domains, you’ll design and build the software and systems that transform raw radar data into mission‑critical insights for both commercial and government applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software solutions for SAR data processing, image‑quality monitoring, and analytics.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to integrate algorithms into scalable, operational pipelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve data and product quality issues in coordination with multiple technical stakeholders.
• Contribute to SAR system and algorithm design discussions, ensuring robust, efficient, and testable implementations.
• Participate in agile development cycles to bring prototypes into production.
• Apply engineering best practices through code review, automated testing, and documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in RF, systems, or electrical engineering.
• 2+ years of experience developing data‑processing software in a production environment.
• Strong grasp of signal‑processing fundamentals and manipulation of complex‑valued data.
• Working knowledge of SAR imaging physics, imaging modes, and common formation algorithms.
• Proficiency in Python for prototyping engineering solutions.
• Experience converting prototypes into production‑ready code using Go or C++.
• Familiarity with Docker and containerized environments.
• Experience using AWS cloud services and AWS CLI as part of the SDLC.
• Must be eligible to obtain a TS/SCI clearance or hold an active clearance

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with USG NITF (SICD/SIDD) and CPHD data formats.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complex radar topics into actionable requirements.
• Familiarity with GIS analysis tools and data workflows.
• Understanding of MLOps principles and deployment of machine‑learning models into production.

Why Join

• Work on cutting‑edge SAR and signal‑processing technologies supporting global‑impact missions.
• Join a rapidly growing engineering team focused on innovation, precision, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with experts in radar systems, software engineering, and Earth observation.
• Opportunities for professional growth, travel, and remote flexibility across US locations.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Research and Engineering