Director, Advanced Systems

SciTec, Inc.

. Lead SciTec’s radar programs across development, modernization, integration, and long-term strategic growth .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timePrinceton • New Jersey • United StatesLead💰 $190,000 - $260,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading radar system development and modernization, with a strong focus on strategic vision, program execution, and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to manage complex technical initiatives and cultivate relationships within the defense sector.

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Radar System DevelopmentProgram ManagementBudget ManagementTechnical LeadershipAgile Program Environments

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Hard Skills

Radar AlgorithmsSignal ProcessingMission Data FlowsSensor IntegrationDigital EngineeringModel-Based Systems EngineeringMOSA ArchitecturesMission-Processing FrameworksLong-Range Program PipelinesPortfolio-Level Technology Roadmaps

Soft Skills

Collaboration SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationDetail Oriented

Certifications & Qualifications

Active DoD Top Secret ClearanceTS/SCI Clearance

Industry Keywords

Radar ModernizationGround-Based Missile-Warning RadarsSensor-System IntegrationGovernment CustomersPrime Contractors

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead SciTec’s radar programs across development, modernization, integration, and long-term strategic growth
Set the strategic vision and long-range modernization roadmap for radar solutions
Lead end-to-end radar system development, including architectures, subsystem evolution, mission-processor modernization, and digital-backend integration
Oversee program execution across cost, schedule, scope, and performance for multiple concurrent initiatives
Cultivate and manage senior customer and industry relationships
Represent SciTec’s radar strategy, technical capabilities, and modernization progress to external stakeholders
Shape and sustain a decade-long pipeline of radar opportunities through business development and partnership building
Govern subcontractor and vendor performance
Lead high-level risk, opportunity, and change management
Drive resolution of complex technical and programmatic issues affecting radar modernization
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. citizenship required; applicants must be able to obtain and retain a security clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Systems Engineering, or a related field
12+ years of professional experience in radar system development, modernization, or sensor-system integration
Proven experience leading large radar programs or multi-year technical efforts involving radar algorithms, signal processing, mission data flows, or sensor integration
Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, schedules, risks, and cross-functional technical teams
Experience interfacing with government customers or prime contractors on radar-related programs
Detail oriented and strong collaboration skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Professional experience with ground-based missile-warning radars or emerging radar architectures preferred
Experience shaping long-range program pipelines or portfolio-level technology roadmaps preferred
Experience leading technical execution across radar digital backends, MOSA architectures, and integration with mission-processing frameworks preferred
Active DoD Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance preferred
Experience with Agile program environments, digital engineering, or model-based systems engineering preferred
Resumes, Cover Letters, and Applications generated by AI will not be considered
SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas

Benefits

Comp & perks

4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
80% company paid Dental insurance
100% company paid Vision insurance
100% company paid Life insurance
100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
Short-term Disability insurance
Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
Discretionary Performance Bonus
Paid Parental Leave
Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
Flexible Work Hours