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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Radar Systems Engineer - Sr. Principal - **Company:** RTX - **Location:** Fullerton, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $145,600.0 - $276,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Data Transmissions, Data Files, MATLAB, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Modeling and Simulation - **Published:** July 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=edf1bc25b061dfdb ## About the Role * Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of ten (10) years of prior relevant experience * Experience applying object-oriented software design in C++ or C, and using MATLAB for evaluation of data sets * Experience developing or simulating radar systems * Experience in modeling, simulation, statistics, or analysis for engineering solutions * Experience in System Integration & Test of hardware and software Qualifications We Prefer * EVMS or EAC experience * Advanced Degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or related STEM degree * Experience working on a team and by yourself, interfacing with multiple engineering disciplines and developing and presenting technical briefings * Experience with radar design, modeling/simulation, hardware/software integration, test and verification * Experience using UNIX/Linux based workstations and using Software Configuration Management tools * Course work or experience in some of the following fields: radar, signal & image processing, radar and/or EO/IR environment models, digital communications, probability and statistics, linear algebra, estimation theory, optimal control, system architecture * Experience developing proposals (i.e., developing TINA compliant Basis of Estimates) * Experience leading a team(s) of systems engineers and interfacing with other organizations and disciplines (e.g., program management, software engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, subcontractors and the customer). * Experience overseeing and/or presenting financial metrics associated with the efforts being led (e.g., budget, schedule, variance reports, earned value metrics). ## Description We're looking for Systems Engineers who enjoy solving complex problems, engaging in a dynamic team environment, and are eager to learn. As a Radar Systems Engineering Lead, you will participate in challenging multi-disciplinary work consisting of: * Radar Development * Modeling, Simulation and Analysis * Integration & Test of Radar Hardware and Software * Flight Tests and Performance Analysis * Radar System Sell-Off What You Will Do * Responsible for the development and implementation of radar requirements * Create high fidelity simulations and models for missile design, performance assessment, and flight test support * Responsible for the development and implementation of modeling solutions, and subsequently conduct trade studies and evaluation of system and subsystem performance * Lead a team of Systems Engineers, working in a team environment, receiving inputs from the team and providing guidance and direction to team members * Interface with the other team leads, chief engineers, technical directors and program management and the customers * Lead hands-on operational Integration and Test at the Fullerton Test Site * Lead flight tests and analyze collected data to evaluate radar performance * Lead CONUS and OCONUS radar system sell-off to the customer * Ability to travel ~20%, * Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. 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