Radar Systems Engineer: Passive Coherent Location Radar

Overview

Apogee is seeking a Senior Radar Systems Engineer to support the Forces and Technologies Intelligence Group at the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC), Wright-Patterson AFB, Dayton, OH. The engineer provides advanced engineering and scientific support focused on Passive Coherent Location (PCL) radar systems, conducting in-depth research using all available intelligence disciplines to identify, evaluate, and organize all-source intelligence data. This role provides technical expertise in the theory and application of PCL radars, synthesizing complex technical data to deliver comprehensive finished intelligence assessments that characterize modern and next-generation PCL radar systems, including cutting-edge system architectures, advanced signal processing methodologies, and emerging illuminators of opportunity.

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Responsibilities

• Advise and assist with in-depth research on PCL radar systems using all available intelligence disciplines to identify, evaluate, and organize all-source intelligence data to support finished intelligence
• Provide technical expertise in the theory and application of PCL radars and synthesize complex technical data to deliver comprehensive, finished intelligence assessments that characterize modern, next-generation PCL radar systems
• Analyze cutting-edge system architectures, advanced signal processing methodologies, and emerging illuminators of opportunity to provide accurate insights into the modern electromagnetic battlespace
• Conduct system and technical trade studies, mission and functional analyses, and risk assessments related to passive coherent location radar systems
• Evaluate and assess passive radar, bistatic/multi-static radar, cooperative and non-cooperative illuminators of opportunity, interference cancellation techniques, forward scatter principles, time difference of arrival (TDOA), and direction finding (DF) capabilities
• Develop technical reports, briefings, and documentation that clearly communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Exercise independent judgment and creativity in solving complex radar engineering and analysis problems
• Provide technical expertise in the appropriate phenomenology, mission processes, data sources, and analytic disciplines to support and oversee intelligence production efforts
• Produce presentations and brief the technical aspects of analysis and impacts to senior stakeholders as required
• Maintain proper security clearances for NASIC areas and equipment in accordance with all applicable security requirements, regulations, and the latest Security Classification Guides

Qualifications

Minimum Experience:

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Clearance: TS/SCIEducation / Years of Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in radar systems engineering, signal processing, or related engineering disciplines.
• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, or a closely related field; in lieu of a Master’s degree, 8 additional years of work experience may be substituted, or 4 additional years of work experience plus a Bachelor’s degree may be substituted.
• Expertise in passive radar; bistatic/multi-static radar; cooperative and non-cooperative illuminators of opportunity; interference cancellation techniques; forward scatter principles; time difference of arrival (TDOA); and direction finding (DF) is highly desired.
• Demonstrated experience in designing, analyzing, or assessing radar systems, including advanced signal processing methodologies.
• Strong technical writing and briefing skills.

Additional InformationLocation: Wright Patterson AFB Dayton, OHOn-site/Hybrid/Remote: OnsiteTravel: Ocassional