> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3843391-radar-systems-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3843391-radar-systems-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Radar Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Actalent
- **Location:** Brea, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $145,600.0 - $191,360.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Algorithm Design, Systems Engineering, MATLAB, Signal Processing, Software Requirements Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Architecture, Software Technical Review
- **Published:** October 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/ca/brea/d0a5e5f2-b711-4b81-bcc0-19aa54ba6a24

## About the Role

Planning
Visionary
Leadership
Innovation
Testability
Traceability
Communication
Systems Design
Problem Solving
Algorithm Design
Signal Processing
Systems Engineering
Systems Architecture
Electrical Engineering
New Product Development
Software Technical Review
Engineering Design Process
Verification And Validation
Technical Delivery Management
Cross-Functional Collaboration

At least 10 years, * 510 years of related radar and/or defense systems experience.

 * Strong systems engineering capabilities spanning radar architecture and requirements analysis.
 * Hands-on experience with radar systems, including definition, analysis, integration, and verification.
 * Proficiency with MATLAB for analysis, modeling, and algorithm development.
 * Experience in requirements development and requirements definition for complex systems.
 * Background in algorithm development for radar or related defense applications.
 * Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams and collaborate across functions., * BS or MS in a relevant technical field (such as electrical engineering, systems engineering, or a related discipline).
 * Experience in the defense industry or with defense-related systems.
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to complex technical challenges.
 * Clear communication skills for documenting requirements, test results, and design decisions.
 * Ability to contribute across the full systems engineering lifecycle, from concept development through test and deployment., 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.

## Description

The Radar Systems Engineer will define, analyze, integrate, and verify complex radar systems within a multidisciplinary engineering environment. This role directly influences system architecture, technical decisions, customer requirements, and test outcomes, and plays a key part in advancing new product development in the defense sector.
Responsibilities

 * Define and refine radar system architectures to meet technical and operational requirements.
 * Analyze complex radar systems to evaluate performance, identify issues, and propose improvements.
 * Develop, decompose, and manage system-level requirements, ensuring traceability from customer needs through to implementation and test.
 * Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to integrate radar subsystems into complete solutions.
 * Contribute to algorithm development for radar signal processing and system performance enhancement using tools such as MATLAB.
 * Support the verification and validation of radar systems, including the planning, execution, and analysis of tests.
 * Interpret customer requirements and translate them into clear, testable technical specifications.
 * Participate in technical reviews and provide input on key system design and architecture decisions.
 * Support new product development activities across the full systems engineering lifecycle, from concept through deployment.