Job Description:
Saab is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Staff Radar Systems Engineer to join our team to support research and development of complex radar systems. The successful candidate will participate in design, development, modeling, and simulation in support of the U.S. radar development and modernization. Saab is currently hiring Radar Systems Engineers to fulfill active program developments, as well as developing digital beamformed radar solutions to bring new capabilities to our customers. The location of this position is flexible; the successful candidate will have the ability to either work remotely or onsite in the East Syracuse, NY office.
Job responsibilities will include:
Participate in Transfer of Technology efforts for products being brought from International Saab locations to the US to support US sales and support
Design, develop, assemble, integrate, and test complex radar systems.
Perform system analysis, trade studies, simulation, modeling, performance budgeting, and design and requirements capture.
Design responsibilities may include system, power system management, cooling, and/or signal processing architectures.
Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of system level requirements for assigned systems and the design features that satisfy these requirements.
Maintain the documentation baselines for each system variant.
Analyze system data to determine adequate system performance under various environmental and operational conditions.
Investigate system anomalies and recommend actions to resolve these anomalies.
Provide identification, assessment, and resolution of risks during program planning and execution.
Work with Technical Leads to ensure technical, cost, and schedule performance is achieved.
Work within cross-functional teams that include systems, software, electrical, mechanical, test, and production engineers.
Interact with external customers and suppliers as a face of Saab for development and IRAD programs.
Provide mentoring and guidance to junior engineers in the organization.
Collaborate across the functional organizations within Saab in the U.S. and across the global corporation.
Compensation Range: $128,800 - $167,400
The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.
Skills and Experience:
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or related discipline.
15+ years of relevant experience in safety critical or mission critical industries (aerospace, defense/military, medical, automotive, energy / nuclear, etc.).
Experience with design, development, assembly, test and integration of complex ground based, shipboard, or airborne radar systems.
Demonstrated expertise in any of the following domains: system concept trade studies, operational analysis, feasibility analysis, system performance measures of effectiveness analysis.
Experience with the DoD architectural framework and design guidance for radar systems and systems engineering processes.
Experience with MATLAB (or similar).
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build effective working relationships in team environment.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to effectively communicate to senior leadership, customers, and academic communities.
Strong work ethic and self-motivation.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Must hold or be able to obtain U.S. DoD SECRET security clearance.
International travel required
Desired:
Master’s or PhD degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or related discipline.
Recognized as the prime technical contact (e.g. SME) on a project and has demonstrated direct customer engagement experience, especially in roles as an advisor to management and customers.
Demonstrated ability to develop advanced technological ideas and see through development to a final product.
Experience in supporting technical and cost proposals.
Significant technical contribution in RF hardware (receivers and transmitters), DSP design, signal collection, and/or EW programs.
Experience with digital receiver architecture and digital signal processing techniques.
Familiarity with open architectures (e.g. Modular Open System Architecture).
Experience with EM/RF design software (ADS, Microwave Office, HFSS , CST, Genesys).
Citizenship Requirements:
Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Drug-Free Workplaces:
Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Benefits:
Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits:
Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents
Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability
401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match
Tuition assistance
Student loan assistance
Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs
Employee stock purchase program with employer match
About Us:
Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.
Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.