System Engineer - ELSYS - Smyrna, GA (Open Rank)

Apex Systems; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Program)

401K plan

HSA (Health Savings Account)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounts and professional development

Job summary

Everforth Apex in Smyrna, GA is seeking a Systems Engineer to support threat-based test and evaluation programs for national defense initiatives. You will research threat systems, model RF environments, and translate findings into realistic software-in-the-loop and hardware-in-the-loop test systems.

The role requires strong RF, radar, and EW background with hands-on experience in signal analysis and systems engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in a technical field relevant to RF systems and threat engineering.
• Experience with electronic warfare, radar, RF systems, and signals analysis.
• Strong systems engineering capabilities in requirements development and architecture.

Responsibilities

• Conduct threat research on radar, EW, and RF systems.
• Develop RF environments and signal profiles for testing and evaluation.
• Configure RF test equipment and simulation tools in secure facilities.
• Facilitate requirements gathering with sponsors and stakeholders.
• Translate requirements into physical architectures for moderately complex systems.
• Verify lifecycle components from definition to implementation.
• Document procedures, findings, and system performance results.
• Analyze system functionality per technical requirements.

Skills

Threat research

RF systems

Radar systems

Signals analysis

Systems engineering

C

C++

C#

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Master's degree in relevant field

PhD in related field

Tools

RF test equipment

Simulation tools

SISO/ HIL environments

Job description

## Job Description# System Engineer - ELSYS - Smyrna, GA (Open Rank)Apply**Job#: 3056314****Job Description:**Systems Engineer**Location:** Smyrna, Georgia (On-site)Role OverviewThis organization is seeking a Systems Engineer to support threat-based test and evaluation programs for national defense initiatives. This is not a traditional requirements-management role, but a highly specialized position bridging the gap between analysis and technical execution. The ideal candidate will research threat systems, analyze radar and RF architectures, build representative models, and translate technical findings into realistic simulation environments. Working within a specialized engineering division, you will collaborate with technical teams to design, implement, and manage complex software-in-the-loop and hardware-in-the-loop test systems.Key Responsibilities* Conduct threat research focused on current and emerging radar, electronic warfare, and RF systems.* Develop, maintain, and refine signal profiles and representative RF environments for testing and evaluation.* Configure, operate, and troubleshoot RF test equipment and simulation tools in secure facilities.* Facilitate system requirements gathering and analysis with sponsors and key stakeholders.* Translate requirements into physical architectures for systems of moderate complexity, defining internal and external interfaces.* Verify system lifecycle components including definition, requirements analysis, synthesis, and implementation.* Document test procedures, technical findings, assessments, and system performance results.* Analyze system functionality as defined by technical requirements.Required Qualifications**Education:** A Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field of study.**Experience:** Relevant experience in electronic warfare, RF systems, radar systems, signals analysis, or threat engineering, aligned with the following levels:* At least 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree.* At least 3 years of related experience with a Master's degree.* 0 years of related experience with a Ph.D.**Technical Skills:** Familiarity with RF signal generation, capture, analysis, and measurement techniques, alongside strong systems engineering capabilities in requirements development and system architecture design.Preferred Qualifications* Knowledge of threat research and the ability to translate technical findings into engineering or test artifacts.* Familiarity with radar warning, electronic attack, electronic support, electronic protection, or countermeasure systems.* Over 5 years of specialized experience in RF systems, radar systems, signals analysis, or threat engineering.* At least 2 years of experience utilizing software languages such as C, C++, or C#.Company Overview & CultureAs part of a premier technological university system, this nonprofit applied research organization employs over 2,900 professionals across multiple locations. The division excels in solving complex, real-world problems for government and industry clients through science, engineering, and policy expertise. The organization operates under core values of excellence, innovation, collaboration, and ethical stewardship. Employees are encouraged to thrive in a diverse environment dedicated to public service, professional growth, and the development of leaders who advance technology to improve the human condition. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** FullTime**Location:** Smyrna, GA, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** October 23, 2026**Pay Range:** $131,130 - $209,500