Radar Engineer / Analyst at DESE Research, Inc. in Huntsville, AL, USA
- Company: DESE Research, Inc.
- Location: Huntsville, AL, USA
- Posted: Sep 24, 2026
- Type: Full-time
- Experience: 5+ years
Overview
DESE Research, Inc. is seeking a talented, motivated, and enthusiastic Mid-Level Radar Engineer/Analyst to join a well-established team in an AVMC lab that supports the development, test, and fielding of missile defense radar systems. This role focuses on analysis tool design and development, comple…
Job description
- DESE Research, Inc. is seeking a talented, motivated, and enthusiastic Mid-Level Radar Engineer/Analyst to join a well-established team in an AVMC lab that supports the development, test, and fielding of missile defense radar systems. This role focuses on analysis tool design and development, complex analysis of radar system and algorithm performance, and technical support across a broad range of missile defense radar efforts. If you are passionate about radar engineering and analysis and want to apply your skills to mission-critical defense programs supporting the U.S. warfighter, we want to hear from you!
- The candidate will work as part of a well-established team supporting the development, test, and fielding of missile defense radar systems. The role includes analysis tool design and development and complex analysis of radar system and/or algorithm performance. The candidate will provide expertise on critical radar functions, investigate technical issues, perform root cause analysis, and develop creative solutions to complex technical problems.
- The candidate will also support projects involving performance analysis, modeling and simulation (M&S), post-flight reconstruction, and integration and risk reduction efforts. The role requires interaction with external customers and stakeholders within the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), program offices, and radar development prime contractors.
Responsibilities
- Perform analysis tool design and development and complex analysis of radar system and/or algorithm performance.
- Provide expertise on various aspects of critical radar functions, including acquisition, scheduling, tracking, discrimination, advanced functions, and system-level interactions.
- Investigate issues, perform root cause analysis, and develop creative solutions to complex technical problems.
- Support a broad range of projects, including performance analysis, modeling & simulation (M&S), post-flight reconstruction, and integration and risk reduction efforts.
- Interact with external customers and stakeholders within the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), program offices, and radar development prime contractors.
Requirements
- US Citizenship.
- Minimum of a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Physics, Math, or Computer Science from an accredited institution or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience with sensor and/or system-level data analysis.
- Proficient in data manipulation and analysis, data visualization, signal and data processing, electromagnetics, and/or system engineering using MATLAB, Python, and/or similar tools.
- Ability to develop and/or contribute to reports and briefings that explain complex radar behaviors effectively to a broad range of audiences.
- Experience developing and/or improving complex analysis tools using MATLAB.
- Experience in radar analysis, radar systems engineering, and/or radar test and evaluation.
- Ability to multi-task and work effectively across multiple efforts.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
- Must have an active Secret clearance.
- Experience with AN/TPY-2 TM.
- Experience with radar signal detection/injection HWIL systems.
- Experience in C, C++, and Ada programming, Linux/Unix operating systems, and Microsoft Office.
Skills
Preferred
- Experience with AN/TPY-2 TM.
Benefits
- DESE is committed to creating a company that is known for its respect and care for employees. We understand that happy employees are what keeps our business going and we strive to provide the best opportunities for each individual working on our team! Here are a few reasons you will love working for DESE:
- Competitive salaries
- Annual performance bonuses
- Robust 401K profit sharing plan
- Competitive health, dental & vision insurance with affordable premiums
- Two different flexible spending account options
- Company paid life insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Education reimbursement program
- Personal leave for approved philanthropic activities
- Vacation, Sick, & Holiday leave
- Opportunities for internal promotions
- Employee referral incentive program
- Rewards and gifts for service anniversaries
About DESE Research, Inc.
The ideal candidate is a career-minded individual who wants to become a part of something bigger. DESE has industry-leading benefits including a generous profit-sharing plan, competitive pay, but perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to work with the best and the brightest in the industry in support of the US warfighter. Launching a career with DESE allows you to put your skills and experience to good use doing crucial, mission-critical work that our country's armed forces and others depend on.