Principal Radar Systems Engineer (On-site)

Description
We are seeking a Principal Radar Systems Engineer to own system-level design and performance of advanced radar systems. Responsibilities include requirements system and sub-system interface definitions, architecture development, trade studies, and system verification. This role requires strong experience in radar systems and the ability to lead technical efforts across signal processing, electrical, mechanical, and software domains.

Key Responsibilities:

Analyze radar performance based on an understanding of the following:

--Radar Fundamentals: radar range equation, radar cross-section, pulsed and continuous wave radar, FMCW, waveform design, target characteristics

--Radar Signal Processing: pulse compression, range-Doppler processing, windowing, angle-of-arrival estimation, detection and estimation, target tracking, target characteristic estimation

--Antenna and RF Systems: EIRP, radiation patterns, beamforming, noise figure, RF front-end concepts, waveform generation

--Electronics: digital and analog circuitry, signal conditioning, data converters (ADC/DAC), power and timing considerations, compute architecture design

--Software/Firmware: embedded systems, real-time processing, hardware/software interfacing, RTOS, multithreading and concurrency, memory management, signal processing implementation, communication protocols, GNSS synchronization

Lead integration of radar subsystems into larger systems
Perform quantitative analysis of radar performance metrics for detection and tracking ranges, angle-of-arrival estimation accuracy, target characteristics estimation, multi-radar interference and more
Develop, refine, and manage system requirements
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Plan, define, and execute verification and validation activities across system lifecycle phases
Ensure all requirements are verified through analysis, inspection, demonstration, or testing
Drive validation efforts to confirm system performance meets operational needs
Define and implement a clear, scalable testing philosophy and strategy (lab, integration, and field)
Contribute to continuous improvement of test methodologies and frameworks
Author, review, and release formal test plans, procedures, and test reports
Conduct indoor and outdoor radar testing, including field deployments in varied environments
Coordinate test resources, instrumentation, and logistics for field campaigns
Troubleshoot system performance issues and drive root-cause analysis
Implement disciplined, well-organized data storage and tracking practices

Requirements
Required Skills & Qualifications:

Masters degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or related field
Strong understanding of radar theory and radar signal processing
Experience with verification and validation processes
Hands-on experience with test planning and execution
Proficiency in scripting/programming (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for data analysis
Ability to work in outdoor field environments and travel as needed
Strong systems thinker with the ability to work across software, hardware, and manufacturing environments.
Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality, reliability, and repeatability in testing.
Highly analytical with strong debugging and root cause analysis skills.
Proactive and collaborative when working with cross-functional engineering teams.

ABOUT US

Fortem Technologies is the global leader in airspace security, delivering advanced solutions that protect against today’s autonomous aerial threats while ensuring the safety of tomorrow’s advanced air mobility. Fortem’s AI-powered SkyDome® Family of Systems combines TrueView™ sensors, command-and-control software, and autonomous DroneHunter® interceptors to defend military, government, and commercial operations worldwide from hostile or unauthorized drones. Fortem is the only company authorized to deploy a drone-on-drone kinetic interceptor in U.S. airspace, and its technology has been validated in operational deployments across Europe, the Middle East, and East Asia.

Headquartered in Lindon, Utah, Fortem is privately held and backed by Lockheed Martin, DCVC, Toshiba, AE Industrial Partners, AIM13, Signia Venture Partners, and others.

Fortem Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. We believe that diversity drives innovation and makes us stronger.