Radar Specialist
Full Time • William J. Hughes Technical Center
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Benefits/Perks
- Competitive Compensation
- Career Growth Opportunities
Job Summary
As a Radar Specialist, you will work with different teams and stakeholders to conduct system upgrades, modifications, and calibration activities to improve the performance and operation requirements of the radar systems (ASR-8/ASR-9). You will create and test prototypes, troubleshoot problems, and provide field support in-person and remotely when implementing upgrades to the radar systems.
Responsibilities
- Conducting system upgrades, modifications, and calibration activities to improve performance and meet operational requirements
- Interpret and analyze complex information systems data to develop technical documentation, system diagrams, and presentation materials. Coordinate and perform information systems hardware and software testing efforts, produce test and remediation plans and reports, and handle implementation of computer hardware and software for operational systems.
- Experience in the most current electronic and electrical engineering principles and practices. The specialist engineering experience shall be in a NAS related discipline such as command and control, communications, workstation, radar, maintenance, and computer automation fields.
- Provide expertise in the techniques and tools such as computer-aided engineering, spreadsheets, word processor, graphics/presentation, and others used in engineering analysis and documentation
- Expertise in hardware/mechanical design and development, including expertise in use of related development tools. Design, develop, test, and integrate system hardware components, interfaces, and software/firmware packages to produce fully integrated systems.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to address technical issues and implement solutions
- Developing and maintaining technical documentation, including maintenance procedures and system configurations
- Conducting feasibility studies and cost analyses for electrical systems
- Participating in field tests, data analysis, and performance evaluations of radar systems
- Participating in prototype testing, validation, and troubleshooting efforts
- Troubleshooting, analyzing, and determining operational issues and recommending solutions
- Directing and coordinating with outside vendors to manufacture prototypes and production units (including development of Manufacturing Specifications)
- Evaluating test plans/procedures for operational testing during development
- Provide knowledge in the development and implementation of hardware/software integration designs by performing requirements analysis, conceptual design, system design review, critical design review, installation, integration, testing, and maintenance
- Provide engineering support to field personnel to include remote (e.g. email, phone or on-site.)
- Research new technologies that would be integrated in the ASR-9.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required and ten (10) years of related experience including at least five (5) years of NAS experience
OR
- An associate degree in a related field will be accepted in lieu of two (2) years of experience
OR
- A bachelor’s degree in a related field will be accepted in lieu of four (4) years of experience
Technical Proficiencies
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Required:
- Candidate must have proven ASR-9 OR ASR-8 experience.
- Troubleshoot, analyze, and determine operational issues and recommend solutions.
- Design, develop, and test modern solutions to incorporate into existing systems and equipment.
- Generate installation and test procedures for system modification and verification.
- Perform all aspects of system verification, including all phases of the testing process.
- Develop and execute test plan and procedures in an operational environment.
- Direct and coordinate with outside vendors to manufacture prototypes and production units including development of Manufacturing Specifications.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to work environments.
- Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Ability to work in a fast paced/challenging environment
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Preferred:
- Understanding of ASR-9/ASR-8 radar principles, signal processing, and RF electronics.
- Proficiency in ASR-9/ASR-8 radar system testing and troubleshooting techniques.
- Experience with radar system simulation tools and software (e.g., AutoCAD, 3D Printer, Altium).
- Familiarity with radar system components, including transmitters, receivers, antennas, and signal processors.
- Knowledge of radar system integration, installation, and field-testing procedures.
Daily Job Duties
- Performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of radar systems and associated components.
- Conducting system upgrades, modifications, and calibration activities to improve performance and meet operational requirements.
- Developing and maintaining technical documentation, including maintenance procedures and system configurations.
- Conducting feasibility studies and cost analyses for electrical systems.
- Troubleshoot, analyze, and determine operational issues and recommend solutions.
- Conduct or participate in formal and informal reviews at predetermined points throughout the development life cycle.
Work Environment:
- Full-time on-site position with standard work schedule
- Willing to occasionally travel for installations, repairs, etc. up to 75% of the time
- Cubical office space
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of the position at any time.
Compensation: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
EVTKS is a minority veteran-owned small business that provides our customers with the most qualified professionals for their endeavors.
Since 2011, EVTKS has been involved in leadership and development. We are proud to lead the way towards a more efficient future with innovative ideas, game-changing technology and polished engineering solutions. We are passionate about connecting people and transforming needs into solutions.
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