Systems Engineer

Riverside Research Institute

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to provide Advisory & Assistance Services (A&AS) support to our Government customer at Patrick Space Force Base, FL, supporting the maintenance and sustainment of the COBRA KING radar and the modernization of the X‑Band radar, including the Receiver/Exciter (REX) subsystem and radar front end. Travel to the radar site may occur once or twice per year, with occasional travel to technical meetings as required. The engineer will deliver technical expertise in requirements development, radar subsystem integration, sustainment and logistics analysis, test planning, and technical refresh and modernization activities. This role focuses on advising, assessing, coordinating, and informing Government decisions, not executing inherently governmental functions. The ideal candidate brings experience in systems engineering, radar or RF subsystem integration, and technical coordination across Government and contractor teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related technical field.
A minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree, 3 years with a Master’s degree, a PhD without experience, or equivalent work experience is typically required for an employee at this level.
Experience in systems engineering, subsystem integration, or technical operations for radar, RF, or mission‑critical systems.
Familiarity with RF architectures, radar subsystems, or signal‑processing concepts.
Ability to troubleshoot complex technical systems and communicate findings clearly.
Knowledge of engineering and change-management processes
Proficiency in Python and/or C++ for modeling, automation, or tool development.
Experience with Windows, Linux, and AIX Operating Systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical briefings.
Ability to work independently while supporting Government priorities.
Active TS/SCI U.S. Government security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting AFTAC, Space Force, or national‑level radar or sensing missions.
A solid understanding of radar system functionality, radar performance and capabilities
Experience with radar subsystem modernization, technical refresh, or subsystem‑level redesign.
Familiarity with requirements management tools (DOORS, Jama, Cameo) or MBSE methodologies.
Expertise with MATLAB and, MATLAB’s distributed processing toolbox
Prior team or project leadership roles
Experience coordinating with multi‑agency or multi‑contractor technical teams.

Responsibilities

Provide technical advice and engineering insight to the Government for REX subsystem modernization and radar front‑end upgrades.
Support system and mission requirements analysis, including requirements development, refinement, allocation, and traceability.
Assist with system architecture studies, interface definition, and evaluation of subsystem impacts on overall radar performance.
Support technical refresh projects, including requirements updates, integration planning, test planning, and modernization documentation.
Support the Government in assessing sustainment and logistics challenges.
Participate in investigation and root‑cause analysis of system and software performance anomalies, providing technical considerations and recommended mitigation paths.
Provide engineering input to maintenance concerns, sustainment planning, and engineering change proposals.
Support the Government in prioritization, sequencing, and technical evaluation of proposed software modifications.
Support test planning, readiness reviews, and execution oversight for subsystem upgrades.
Assist with Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) activities, including review of test procedures, results, and compliance with requirements.
Develop and review technical documentation, including requirements updates, integration plans, test procedures, and modernization planning artifacts.
Coordinate with Government personnel, contractors, and engineering teams to ensure alignment of modernization objectives and technical requirements.
Support occasional travel for Government‑directed testing, integration events, or technical reviews.