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Systems Engineer – Radar Test

Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Systems Engineer – Radar Test opportunity located in Crane, IN.

• Developing subsystem and system-level test plans and reports for radar sensor and signal processing systems
• Leading and conducting various kinds of testing including hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HWIL), Software‑in‑the‑Loop (SWIL), anechoic chamber testing, and field‑level radar testing
• Leading root cause corrective action (RCCA) investigations and eliminating contributors through analysis and/or hands‑on testing
• Working in conjunction with Software Engineering teams to develop software system requirements and test requirements for radar signal processing, tracking, and discrimination algorithms
• Supporting radar field test planning, system preparation, and test execution at government test ranges and other test facilities
• Developing system architectures for radar systems and subsystems, including RF front‑end, signal processing chains, and data handling
• Conducting trade studies and performing design research of engineering concepts to determine optimal requirements and system architecture
• Developing system/subsystem interface definitions, system schematics, and design documentation; performing peer reviews of fellow team members' work
• Participating in planning, design, testing, and deployment of moderately complex engineered radar systems to ensure conformance with functional specifications and customer requirements
• Leading or supporting system engineering technical reviews (SETR) including Test Readiness Reviews (TRR)

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related engineering discipline
• 7–15 years of industry experience in defense or aerospace development programs
• Hands‑on integration and test experience with radar systems and/or RF subsystems is a must
• Development‑side program experience required; candidates from government support or SETA/advisory roles will not be considered
• Demonstrated testing best practices including managing test configurations, adhering to safety procedures, and organizing data collection and analysis
• Experience with radar signal processing, RF hardware, phased array systems, or target tracking algorithms strongly preferred
• Sharp analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Demonstrated technical leadership capabilities with a results‑oriented, hands‑on approach

Job Type: Contract

Location: Crane, IN

Pay Rate: Market Rate

Required US Citizenship – May be required to obtain and maintain U.S. DoD Secret Clearance at the appropriate level.

Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre‑tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

Protingent is an Award‑Winning provider of top‑tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.