Synthetic Aperture Radar Systems Engineer (Processing)

Actalent; United States; Remote; USD 96,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Synthetic Aperture Radar Systems Engineer to develop algorithms and systems for processing SAR data. You will model performance, verify specifications, and build simulators for testing and verification.

Collaborate with ground software and software teams to ensure integration of SAR processing solutions. Apply MATLAB and signal processing expertise in a remote, contract role, with location steps tied to Los Angeles.

Qualifications

• Experience in radar signal processing and SAR theory.
• Proficiency with geospatial data and analysis.
• Familiarity with MATLAB for data processing and modeling.

Responsibilities

• Develop algorithms to process SAR data.
• Model and verify system performance to meet specifications.
• Develop and maintain simulators for testing and verification.
• Collaborate with ground software and software teams.

Skills

Signal processing

SAR theory

Geospatial technologies

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

Job Title: Synthetic Aperture Radar Systems Engineer

Job Description

Join an exciting opportunity to develop algorithms and systems for processing Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) data. Your work will involve modeling, verifying performance specifications, and developing simulators for testing and verification.

Responsibilities

• Develop algorithms to process SAR data.
• Model and verify system performance to meet specifications.
• Develop and maintain simulators for testing and verification.
• Collaborate with ground software and software teams.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in signal processing.
• Strong understanding of SAR theory.
• Experience with geospatial technologies.
• Proficiency in MATLAB.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with satellite or airborne SAR systems.
• Knowledge of multifunctional radars and performance reviews.
• Experience with preliminary and critical design reviews.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $113.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.