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Primary Responsibilities
In this role you will perform radar systems analysis, deep dive customer noted issues through root cause identification and resolution, simplify tactical radar algorithms to representative effects that can function in real-time, and document results for technical briefings to end-users and project leadership.
This role involves development of a significant amount of analysis tools through MATLAB / Python to develop and test algorithms to provide to software engineers and to ensure they are working according to design.
This position requires working daily on-site at a government customer facility on a multi-contractor team and interacting regularly with industry partners and the government customer. Through this opportunity the candidate will be expected to represent Leidos technically, professionally, and ethically.
Basic Qualifications
Candidate must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Radar Engineering, or a related STEM discipline, and a minimum of 10 years of experience in radar design, modeling & simulation, and/or analysis.
Advanced degrees in STEM disciplines are also strongly encouraged to apply. The minimum number of years of experience could be reduced in view of the advanced degree.
Familiarity with compiled software languages such as C/C++, and competence in a broad array of radar topics such as detection theory, tracking, waveform scheduling, and object classification.
Position requires strong analysis skills, including analysis experience using MATLAB or Python (Matplotlib).
Must be a US citizen, possess and be able to maintain an active SECRET clearance.
Candidate must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama area.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in modeling & simulation of radar systems are preferred.
Experience in interpreting Ada source code are preferred.
Experience writing radar algorithm description documents are preferred.
Candidates with proven experience working with radar system simulations, preferably within the defense sector, are highly preferred.
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Original Posting
October 26, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range
Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
