Head of Radar, Space
Core
Lead the complete lifecycle of space-based radar product portfolio from architecture to on-orbit delivery, integrating payloads with spacecraft and ground systems for DOD and IC defense capabilities.
Role type
Senior leadership IC radar systems engineer (space domain)
Builds
Autonomous satellite systems, space-based radar payloads, and ground/orbital software infrastructure
Domain
Defense, Space Systems, Radar Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Radar architecture design, Waveform design, Signal processing, Detection theory, Clutter mitigation, System-level modeling, Antenna development, Space environment constraints (power/mass/thermal/radiation), MATLAB, Python, Multi-disciplinary team leadership, Program management
Preferred skills
Space-based RF sensing systems, Orbital mechanics, Spacecraft operations, Mission design, Real-time embedded systems, Space software standards (cFS, SpaceVPX), Technical innovation/patents
Technologies
MATLAB, Python, cFS, SpaceVPX
Responsibilities
Drive radar architecture and product development strategies, Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, Define product strategy and development roadmap, Organize and prioritize engineering efforts for product delivery, Build and mentor a world-class radar engineering organization, Oversee budget, schedule, and resource allocation for the space program
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with executive program management