Radar Systems Engineer – Severe Weather Research

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. Assemble radar sub-systems and components, cabling, and structural housing .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeNorman • Oklahoma • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $74,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in RF hardware testing and electromechanical assembly, with proficiency in MATLAB and Python for data analysis and product development. Capable of collaborating with scientists and engineers to enhance radar systems and deliver technical presentations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electromechanical AssemblyRF Hardware TestingMATLAB ProficiencyPython ProficiencyFM-CW Radar Concepts

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Hard Skills

Electromechanical AssemblyRF Hardware TestingMATLABPythonC++Data AnalysisQuality Control MethodsTechnical ReportingField TestingDesign Improvement

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Multi-MeterOscilloscopeSpectrum AnalyzerNetwork Analyzer

Certifications & Qualifications

IT Security Awareness Course

Industry Keywords

Radar Sub-SystemsDoppler Velocity SpectraTesting ProceduresTechnical SchematicsTroubleshootingData WorkflowExperimental Observations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assemble radar sub-systems and components, cabling, and structural housing
Perform standardized test procedures on RF equipment to verify equipment performance baselines
Use experimental results in collaboration with NSSL scientists to refine the design
Modify existing MATLAB or Python-based code, or write new code, to produce standard radar products such as Doppler velocity spectra plots
Develop basic quality control methods for collected data
Investigate incorporation of additional radar products to support data workflow and analysis
Perform field testing to evaluate equipment performance in real-world conditions
Implement design improvements based on testing feedback
Collaborate with NSSL scientists, engineers, and external partners to validate against operational and experimental observations
Assist NSSL staff in deploying other research systems
Update technical schematics, maintain troubleshooting and testing logs, maintain code repositories, and draft test reports
Prepare quarterly status reports
Write a brief report following AMS guidelines
Prepare and deliver a conference-style presentation to project stakeholders and at a national or international conference if possible

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related field
6+ years of full-time engineering experience
Demonstrated experience in electromechanical assembly and RF hardware testing
Familiarity with lab test equipment (multi-meter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer)
Must be able to kneel, bend, and lift up to 60 lbs
Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, and/or C++
Strong analytical skills to evaluate test results and apply them through hardware and software improvements
Familiarity or proficiency with FM-CW radar concepts strongly preferred
Must complete an online IT security awareness course within one week of starting work
Foreign national candidates are subject to export control review and require CO/COR approval prior to consideration

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Plan
Holiday Pay
Paid Time Off
Internal promotions
Professional development
Recognition and rewards programs
Government-furnished equipment, including access to HPC resources, specialized mobile observation platforms, laboratory test equipment, computers, and office workspace, as applicable