Radar Network Engineer

ASR-9 Network Engineer/System Tester

This is a full-time on-site position (no remote or hybrid work) requiring 25-50% travel.

Education Experience & Clearance Requirement

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from a school of engineering accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum -OR- a Bachelors degree in engineering technology or in another technical field such as Physics Aerospace Chemistry Computer Science or Mathematics (acceptance of an engineering technology degree for this labor category is at the discretion of the FAA Team Manager)
  
• Experience with NAS facilities systems and equipment is highly desirable
  
• Three (3) to six (6) years of related work experience
  
• This position requires the successful applicant to obtain and maintain the required security clearance or other authorization(s) within the necessary timeframe required by applicable contract(s)
  
• All non-US Degrees must have a US Equivalency Certificate provided by the candidate
  

Required Skills

• Essential Radar knowledge with Network traffic and Software Analysis Tools to evaluate messages
  
• Troubleshoot analyze and determine operational issues and recommend solutions
  
• Experience with radar system simulation tools and software (e.g. AutoCAD WRTADS RRAP Wireshark and TeraTerm)
  
• 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
  
• Provide 2nd Level Engineering support to ASR-9 modifications installed in the field onsite or over the phone
  
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to work environments
  
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders
  
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs
  

Preferred Skills

• Understanding of radar principles signal processing and RF electronics
  
• 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

• Provide 2nd Level engineering for data management for operational subsystems of the ASR-9
  
• Perform troubleshooting with data analysis of radar systems and associated components
  
• Conduct system upgrades modifications and calibration activities to improve performance and meet operational requirements
  
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including maintenance procedures and system configurations
  
• Conduct 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
  
• As a Level 2 work under the limited direction of a Technical Manager or more experienced engineer; may perform some leadership functions for small projects/tasks; work is reviewed periodically for timeliness and technical compliance
  

Work Environment

• Full-time position with a standard work schedule
  
• Travel throughout the country to different ASR-9 Radar sites to support local technicians; travel is not a priority but availability with short notice is required; 25-50% of work will be on travel
  
• Cubicle environment
  

Required:

• BS in Engineering (ABET-accredited) or related technical field (Physics Aerospace Chemistry Computer Science Mathematics)
  
• 3-6 years of related work experience
  
• Radar/network traffic analysis tools (Wireshark TeraTerm WRTADS RRAP)
  
• System testing verification and troubleshooting
  
• Willingness to travel 25-50%
  
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance
  

Preferred:

• Radar principles signal processing RF electronics
  
• Radar system components (transmitters receivers antennas signal processors)
  
• Radar system integration and field-testing