Systems Engineer - Radar Test

Position Title: Systems Engineer – Radar TestPosition Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Systems Engineer – Radar Test opportunity located in Crane, IN.Job Responsibilities:

• Developing subsystem and system-level test plans and reports for radar sensor and signal processing systems
• Leading and conducting various kinds of testing including hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SWIL), anechoic chamber testing, and field-level radar testing
• Leading root cause corrective action (RCCA) investigations and eliminating contributors through analysis and/or hands-on testing
• Working in conjunction with Software Engineering teams to develop software system requirements and test requirements for radar signal processing, tracking, and discrimination algorithms
• Supporting radar field test planning, system preparation, and test execution at government test ranges and other test facilities
• Developing system architectures for radar systems and subsystems including RF front-end, signal processing chains, and data handling
• Conducting trade studies and performing design research of engineering concepts to determine optimal requirements and system architecture
• Developing system/subsystem interface definitions, system schematics, and design documentation; performing peer reviews of fellow team members' work
• Participating in planning, design, testing, and deployment of moderately complex engineered radar systems to ensure conformance with functional specifications and customer requirements
• Leading or supporting system engineering technical reviews (SETR) including Test Readiness Reviews (TRR).

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related engineering discipline
• 7-15 years of industry experience in defense or aerospace development programs
• Ability to acquire and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret Clearance or higher
• Hands-on integration and test experience with radar systems and/or RF subsystems is a must
• Development-side program experience required; candidates from government support or SETA/advisory roles will not be considered
• Demonstrated testing best practices including managing test configurations, adhering to safety procedures, and organizing data collection and analysis
• Experience with radar signal processing, RF hardware, phased array systems, or target tracking algorithms strongly preferred
• Sharp analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Demonstrated technical leadership capabilities with a results-oriented, hands-on approach.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Crane, IN.
• Pay Rate: Market Rate
• Required US Citizenship -May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level.

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.