Director, Radar Payload
Core
Lead the end-to-end development of space-based radar payload systems including SAR and space-based radar systems.
Role type
Director, Radar Payload
Builds
Space-based radar payloads (SAR, spaceborne radar systems)
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems / Radar
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Radar system development, SAR processing, Spaceborne radar missions, Payload integration, RF engineering, Orbital mechanics, Spacecraft design, Waveform design, Signal processing, Mission planning
Preferred skills
Advanced SAR techniques (GMTI, InSAR, polarimetry), Digital beamforming, Phased array radar, Space-grade hardware design, Constellation design, Launch vehicle integration, Project management
Technologies
SAR, RF, Spaceborne radar, LEO/MEO/GEO, Phased array
Responsibilities
Lead architecture design, prototyping, integration, test, and flight development of radar payloads; Define radar payload requirements and performance metrics; Conduct radar system design trades; Lead multidisciplinary teams; Interface with customers and government agencies; Lead engineering reviews (SRRs, PDRs, CDRs, TRRs); Provide technical support for anomaly resolution.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & hands-on technical direction
