Staff Principal Software Engineer — Radar Simulation Lead

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 131,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Staff Principal Software Engineer/Developer in Plano, TX. This part-time role requires active Top Secret clearance and DoD collaboration to advance radar simulation training using state-of-the-art SAR/ISAR tech.

You will work with DoD civilians, SMEs, and contractors to develop trainer simulations, ensure geospatial data is correctly rendered, and analyze RADAR simulation applications to support training programs. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 13+ years of related work experience.
• US citizenship and a current Top Secret clearance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Expert level experience in NGTS, SAR/ISAR, MMRS, or IG.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with DoD civilians, SMEs, industry and contractors in trainer development using simulation technologies.
• Maintain expert understanding of generating SAR & ISAR imagery using MMRS with Aechelon IG.
• Ensure geospatial data is properly handled by a map server to display visuals for system operators.
• Perform analysis, diagnostics and preliminary evaluations of RADAR simulation applications for training.
• Support integration to identify and resolve performance issues and defects across the simulation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Security clearance

SAR/ISAR expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Staff Principal Software Engineer/Developer in Plano, TX. This part-time role requires active Top Secret clearance and DoD collaboration to advance radar simulation training using state-of-the-art SAR/ISAR tech.

You will work with DoD civilians, SMEs, and contractors to develop trainer simulations, ensure geospatial data is correctly rendered, and analyze RADAR simulation applications to support training programs. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.