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Job Description:

Ready for a challenge as a systems engineer that will let you influence the next generation of DoD radar systems? Parsons is seeking an experienced systems engineer to join a radar research and development team in the US Army C5ISR Center at Aberdeen, MD. As part of the Parsons team, you will work with radar subject matter experts and government stakeholders to understand the needs of future warfighters and guide development of current and experimental systems to better support these requirements. This will involve building complex simulations, leading live test events, and conducting original research into advanced signal processing techniques as well as new tactical uses for existing Army assets. Your work will directly influence the development of cutting-edge military technology and will help to improve the effectiveness of the United States Army warfighter.

Responsibilities:

• Build / edit MATLAB and C++ simulations to test new concepts and processing techniques (from small proof of concept scripts to large multi-file object-oriented programs)
• Use simulations and small-scale tests to model and assess performance of existing systems, to inform viability of proposed or experimental capabilities, and to design large-scale test event configurations
• Work with radar subject matter experts and Army representatives to identify promising paths for future investigation / development
• Derive novel solutions to complex technical problems related to signal processing, hardware design or tactical battlefield arrangements
• Review deliverables from external contractors to evaluate project progress and make recommendations for future direction
• Present results and analysis to external contractors and government stakeholders

Requirements:

• B.S. in electrical engineering, physics or a related field (not computer science)
• 5+ years of experience with radar signal processing
• 2+ years of experience with radar simulation and test design
• 2+ years of experience with phased array radar systems
• 2+ years of experience with MATLAB
• Understanding of object-oriented programming
• Understanding of basic radar hardware (antennas, ADC/DAC, mixers, amplifiers etc.)
• Active Secret Clearance

Desired Qualifications:

• M.S. in electrical engineering
• 10+ years of experience with radar signal processing
• 5+ years of professional experience building simulations for phased array radar systems
• Experience with radar hardware testing / design
• Experience leading development of new radar systems
• MATLAB expertise
• C++ experience
• Active TS / SCI Clearance

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Secret

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: 

$83,300.00 - $145,800.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!