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# Senior Radar Systems Architect

- **Company:** Hrl Laboratories Llc
- **Location:** Calabasas, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $193,700.0 - $248,250.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Systems Analysis, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Modeling and Simulation
- **Published:** October 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=47b1df8e8da28517

## About the Role

* Bachelor's or master's or Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or a related technical discipline
 * 10+ years of technical and leadership experience in research and product development on advanced phased array radar systems.
 * Expert knowledge in system analysis, system architecture, requirements development, trade studies, modeling and simulation, integration and test, and data analysis
 * Experience with advanced microelectronic packaging and manufacturing, high frequency and electromagnetic simulation tools
 * Understanding of DoD missions and technology acquisition process
 * Familiarity with regulations and standards for military (MIL-STD) and RF hardware
 * Experience implementing system engineering principles and working with technical teams to ensure compliance with best practices.
 * Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor large multidisciplinary engineering teams
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Physical Requirements:

 * Interact professionally with program managers, co-workers, and customers

 * Perform detailed analyses and prepare written and oral presentations.

 * Ability to work well in a team and independently

 * Willing to travel

 * Work in a team of highly skilled engineers on complex projects, and willing to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Special Requirements:

US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Government security clearance
Active Security clearance is a plus.

## Description

* Lead the end-to-end development life cycle, from conceptualization to deployment

 * Oversee the system architectural design and technical integrity ensuring all engineering activities and developments comply with customer requirements

 * Provide strong technical leadership and guidance to all engineering disciplines including radar hardware, software, system integrations, and tests.

 * Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout the product lifecycle, from conceptual design through deployment.

 * Conduct technical reviews, provide guidance and make critical technical decisions on complex engineering challenges.

 * Drive R&D initiatives, exploring emerging technologies to maintain our competitive edge and introduce disruptive capabilities.

 * Additional job functions include writing invention disclosures, publishing papers, briefing customers, and leading in proposal/marketing activities