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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Radar Systems Engineer (Senior, Lead, Principal) - **Company:** Boeing Company - **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $136,850.0 - $185,150.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, C++ (Programming Language), Data Transmissions, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Signal Processing, Systems Architecture, System Testing, Information Technology, Modeling and Simulation, Decoding - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9125649/senior-radar-systems-engineer-senior-lead-principal ## About the Role * Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science. * Senior Level 4: Typically, 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. * Lead Level 5: Typically, 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. * Principal, Level 6: Typically, 20 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. * U.S. Active Security Clearance Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): * 5+ years of experience with radar systems analysis or design. * 5+ years of experience in Digital Signal Processing or Digital Communications algorithms and techniques (equalization, turbo/viterbi coding/decoding, channel estimation, filter design, resampling theory, etc.). * Experience in digital signal processing theory, including the application of fundamental digital signal processing techniques. * Experience with MATLAB for data analysis or modeling and simulation. * Experience in pulse Doppler radar system architectures and design/test practices. * Experience working with operating radar systems and Electronic Warfare designs and testing. * Knowledge of linear signal theory, Fourier transforms, and communication theory. * RF, electrical transmission, signal processing and modeling in MATLAB. * System test experience including test design, implementation, and execution for breadboard and brassboard hardware. * Experience working in a fast-paced, independent research and development (IRAD) environment. * Familiarity with multiple programming languages and development environments (C++, ADA, Python, etc.) in an Agile environment. * Experience in formal technical writing (i.e. Whitepapers, Tech-Notes, Technical Journals, and Research Reports). * Experience in Technology Readiness Level (TRL) maturation of novel technologies and concepts., This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee., Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required, This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active) ## Description * Lead critical technical development efforts as a senior subject matter expert on RF theory, digital signal processing, and radar concepts. * Develop algorithms for radar signal processing techniques such as Kalman filtering, probabilistic and statistical modeling, and measurement processing from pulsed-Doppler waveforms. * Design algorithms that process signal returns into discriminated targets and track targets through mission timeline. * Define system performance requirements and ensure interface definition supports various functional components of the seeker's and missile's architecture. * Conduct analysis to optimize total system-of-systems performance or system architecture as applied to algorithmic functionality pertaining to the acquisition and tracking of targets. * Analyze seeker simulation data to identify areas for improvement and guide recommendations for system robustness in the presence of challenging operational environments. * Analyze algorithm performance with a focus on survivability, vulnerability, and susceptibility to identify necessary modifications to ensure mission success. * Review and modify the application of general digital signal processing techniques to the processing of reradiated signal content to ensure accurate signal characteristic identification. * Mentor early-career engineers and inexperienced DSP/algorithm engineers through regular knowledge transfer. This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location. This worksite participates in Boeing's 4/10 schedule. 4/10 is a schedule in which employees work 10 hour shifts, Monday through Thursday 6 A.M. - 4:30 P.M., with every Friday off. This position requires an active U.S. Active Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). 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