Space-Based Radar System Architect
Core
Lead the definition of future Space-Based Radar architectures, advance capabilities, and develop CONOPs using modeling and simulation to influence budget and acquisition decisions for GEOINT systems.
Role type
Senior IC Space-Based Radar System Architect (Signal and Image Processing)
Builds
Future GEOINT space architecture models, simulation-based CONOPs, and technical recommendations for government customers
Domain
Defense / Intelligence Community / Space Systems / Radar
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Architecture modeling, Orbital mechanics, Space systems engineering, Remote sensing radar, RF mission payloads, Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) systems, Multi-disciplinary team leadership, Decision-driving product integration
Preferred skills
GEOINT architectures, Moving Target Indication (MTI), Architectural trade-studies, Constellation visualization via simulation software, Engineering matrix experience, Intelligence community advisory experience
Responsibilities
Lead domain experts to perform design trades at payload, vehicle, and constellation levels; Review contractor concept proposals and evaluate system capabilities; Communicate programmatic and technical risks to management and government; Respond to urgent technical questions from multiple agencies; Provide daily oversight for task execution and budget management; Mentor SETA, Aerospace, and Customer representatives
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic advisory scope