Radar Software Engineer, C++, Python, Mission Systems, Cleared

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

. Design, develop, analyze, test, integrate, deploy, and maintain radar software .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeDayton • Ohio • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $78,406 - $167,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in C++ and Python software development, with a strong focus on radar systems and digital signal processing. Proficient in software integration, testing, and debugging within real-time operating systems, while maintaining compliance with security clearance requirements.

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C++ Software DevelopmentPython Software DevelopmentRadar Systems KnowledgeDigital Signal Processing (DSP)Software Integration and Debugging

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Hard Skills

Object-Oriented DesignData StructuresAlgorithmsMulti-ThreadingConcurrencyTiming ConstraintsUnit Testing FrameworksSoftware Configuration ManagementVersion Control (GitLab)Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

MATLABCI/CD Pipeline

Certifications & Qualifications

Secret Security ClearanceTS/SCI Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Radar SoftwareEmbedded SoftwareSystem-Level TestingSoftware DocumentationSoftware Development Lifecycle

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPythonRTOSTypeScriptC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, analyze, test, integrate, deploy, and maintain radar software
Write clean, maintainable, efficient C++ and Python code
Develop real-time embedded software for radar applications
Implement and optimize radar algorithms and signal-processing techniques developed in MATLAB and/or Python
Integrate software with target hardware
Support system-level testing and verification
Debug and troubleshoot software and system issues
Create and maintain software documentation
Participate in design and code reviews
Collaborate with systems, hardware, test engineers, internal team members, and external partner vendors
Evaluate external vendor software and contribute to requirements analysis and architectural design
Implement and report on software development activities
Junior engineers work under senior mentorship while contributing throughout the software development lifecycle

Requirements

What you’ll need

Junior: 2 years relevant experience with Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field; 0 years relevant experience with Master's degree in related field; or high school diploma/equivalent and 6 years relevant experience
Mid-level: 5 years relevant experience with Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field; 3 years with Master's degree; or high school diploma/equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
Senior: 9 years relevant experience with Bachelor's degree; 7 years with Master's degree; 4 years with PhD or Juris Doctorate; or high school diploma/equivalent and 13 years relevant experience
C++ and Python software development experience
Object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms
Knowledge of radar systems or digital signal processing (DSP)
Linux or Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) development
Software configuration management and version control tools in a CI/CD pipeline, such as GitLab
Unit testing framework development and maintenance
Software/hardware integration, testing, and debugging
Secret security clearance to start
Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance with enhanced security checks
Junior: understanding of multi-threading, concurrency, timing constraints, linear algebra, and basic physics
Adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for Software Engineer family requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
Financial planning tools
Life insurance
Employee discounts
Paid holidays and paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation may occasionally be offered for qualified positions
Supportive and welcoming environment
Educational and training programs for continual career growth