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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Radar Systems Engineer 2 - **Company:** Elta North America Inc. - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $151,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Radio-Frequency Identification, Performance Tuning, Signal Processing, Systems Architecture, System Testing, Systems Integration, Software Troubleshooting - **Published:** July 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=082a37b2c55822d3 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. * 3+ years of experience in radar systems engineering, with a focus on defense or aerospace applications. * Strong knowledge of radar system design, signal processing, RF systems, and performance analysis. * Extensive experience with radar system integration, testing, and troubleshooting in complex defense environments. * Familiarity with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) standards, including military specifications for radar systems. * Proven track record of working with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated radar solutions. * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues in radar systems. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in international, cross-cultural teams. * Ability to travel up to 25%, including periodic trips to middle east for technical collaboration, integration support, and training. * Ability to obtain a US security clearance., * Master's degree. * Active US security clearance. * Experience with foreign radar systems or previous work on international radar system integration projects. * Knowledge of radar system cybersecurity standards and best practices in defense systems. * Familiarity with advanced radar technologies, such as phased array radars, synthetic aperture radar (SAR), or ground-based radar systems. * Fluency in Hebrew. * Travel: 25% ## Description * Lead the technical adaptation of foreign radar systems for U.S. defense applications, ensuring compliance with U.S. military specifications and standards. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, software engineers, and field service teams, to integrate radar systems into larger defense platforms and technologies. * Provide technical expertise in radar system design, integration, testing, and optimization to ensure high performance, reliability, and security. * Conduct radar system simulations, performance analysis, and troubleshooting to resolve complex issues and optimize system performance. * Manage system-level design and integration processes, from requirements gathering through to final implementation, validation, and deployment. * Oversee radar system testing, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and end-to-end system validation, to ensure systems meet performance and safety criteria. * Work closely with U.S. defense stakeholders to ensure radar systems are properly integrated and aligned with operational requirements. * Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including system architecture, integration plans, test procedures, and user manuals. * Provide leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, offering guidance on technical challenges and best practices. * Conduct regular technical reviews and provide input on design improvements, system enhancements, and risk mitigation strategies. * Participate in the certification process, ensuring that radar systems comply with U.S. defense regulations and standards. * Support radar system deployment, offering technical assistance and troubleshooting during installation and operational setup. * Stay current on developments in radar technology, defense systems, and U.S. defense regulations, and recommend improvements based on industry trends. ## Related Videos - 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