Systems Engineer - Low Observability Testing
Core
Own the low observability (LO) testing roadmap and verify that aircraft designs are hard to detect via radar cross-section (RCS) and infrared (IR) signature measurement.
Role type
Senior Systems Engineer (Low Observability Testing)
Builds
In-house LO test facilities (anechoic chambers, ranges) and verification evidence for a flagship aircraft programme.
Domain
Defence / Aerospace / Electromagnetics
Required skills
RCS measurement campaign planning, antenna/RCS test facility specification and operation, high-frequency measurement equipment operation, systems engineering for verification and validation, technical writing and reporting
Preferred skills
Infrared signature measurement
Technologies
Vector network analysers, signal generators, spectrum analysers, anechoic chambers, near-field/far-field ranges
Responsibilities
Build and maintain the multi-year LO testing roadmap; Specify, design and commission in-house LO test facilities; Write master verification and validation test plans for RCS and IR signature measurement; Produce detailed test procedures for consistent results; Define statements of work for subcontracted testing and accept/reject measurement data
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC