RADAR Systems Engineer at Bowhead / UIC Technical Services
Dahlgren, VA 22485
About the Job
Overview
Aegis/Spy RADAR Systems Engineer(SSETS-2024-21666):
Bowhead is seeking aAegis/Spy RADAR Systems Engineer to work Aegis and or SPY – 6 RADAR efforts supporting the Electromagnetic and Sensor Systems Department at Naval Warfare Center Dahlgren Division.
Responsibilities
The Aegis/Spy RADAR Systems Engineer will be working directly with the client supporting Navy and Marine Corps AN/SPY-6 system and developing future capabilities and variants of the SPY-6 system.
Job duties include but are not limited in:
Support radar system engineering tasking as defined by the AMDR LSE and AMD SEIT Lead.
Evaluation of radar design to meet system requirements.
Oversight of RF Head design for technical performance, manufacturing and test, interchangeability.
Evaluation of LBTS and ship test events.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum in one of the following fields: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer, Electronics Engineering.
or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics.
or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics.
or Ph.D degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics.
Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
Position requires 100% of work conducted at customer site
General Sensor Engineering experience since award of degree:
Minimum ten (10) years if Candidate has a Bachelor’s degree
Minimum eight (8) years if Candidate has a Master’s degree
Minimum five (5) years if Candidate has a Ph.D degree
Specialized Experience:
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in complex radar system engineering, design, analysis, or radar software development.
Solid technical background as demonstrated by certifiable experience formulating opinions, decisions and ultimate performance of the tasks specified in a contract statement of work.
Demonstrated experience and ability to perform detailed and complex calculations and knowledge of practices/principles necessary to assess advanced sensor systems concepts, assess specifications and perform system integration.
Demonstrated experience and ability to perform detailed and complex calculations and knowledge of practices/principles necessary to assess advanced radar systems concepts, assess specifications and perform system integration.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level
US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
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Aegis/Spy RADAR Systems Engineer(SSETS-2024-21666):
Bowhead is seeking aAegis/Spy RADAR Systems Engineer to work Aegis and or SPY – 6 RADAR efforts supporting the Electromagnetic and Sensor Systems Department at Naval Warfare Center Dahlgren Division.
Responsibilities
The Aegis/Spy RADAR Systems Engineer will be working directly with the client supporting Navy and Marine Corps AN/SPY-6 system and developing future capabilities and variants of the SPY-6 system.
Job duties include but are not limited in:
Support radar system engineering tasking as defined by the AMDR LSE and AMD SEIT Lead.
Evaluation of radar design to meet system requirements.
Oversight of RF Head design for technical performance, manufacturing and test, interchangeability.
Evaluation of LBTS and ship test events.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum in one of the following fields: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer, Electronics Engineering.
or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics.
or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics.
or Ph.D degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics.
Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
Position requires 100% of work conducted at customer site
General Sensor Engineering experience since award of degree:
Minimum ten (10) years if Candidate has a Bachelor’s degree
Minimum eight (8) years if Candidate has a Master’s degree
Minimum five (5) years if Candidate has a Ph.D degree
Specialized Experience:
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in complex radar system engineering, design, analysis, or radar software development.
Solid technical background as demonstrated by certifiable experience formulating opinions, decisions and ultimate performance of the tasks specified in a contract statement of work.
Demonstrated experience and ability to perform detailed and complex calculations and knowledge of practices/principles necessary to assess advanced sensor systems concepts, assess specifications and perform system integration.
Demonstrated experience and ability to perform detailed and complex calculations and knowledge of practices/principles necessary to assess advanced radar systems concepts, assess specifications and perform system integration.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level
US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
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