Radar Mode Engineer

Job Overview

The AFRL Sensors Directorate is seeking a driven and innovative Radar Systems Engineer to join our team in Dayton, Ohio.

The salary range for this position including the Dayton, OH locality is (DR-01: $56,810 - $109,074) (DR-02 $91,653 - $143,917).

This job announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 8 March 2026.

OPEN TO CURRENT AFRL CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES ONLY.

This entry to mid-level position is ideal for an Electronics Engineer, Electrical Engineer, or Computer Scientist passionate about bridging the gap between advanced radar theory and mission-critical operational systems. In this role, you will be at the forefront of researching and developing next-generation, multi-function RF systems.

As a key member of our research team, you will independently plan, lead, and conduct research and development in multi-function digital arrays. Your work will directly contribute to state-of-the-art radar modes for both in-house projects and major Air Force acquisition programs.

Position duties include, but are not limited to:

• Design, develop, and implement advanced radar modes and digital signal processing techniques.

• Conduct in-depth modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) to validate system performance.

• Lead the design, test, and evaluation of surveillance sensor software and hardware.

• Oversee data collection efforts to support research and development initiatives.

• Provide critical technical oversight for Air Force-sponsored contractual efforts.

This role requires a high degree of autonomy and technical leadership. You will be empowered to:

• Serve as a subject-matter expert, presenting detailed scientific findings to peers, senior leaders, and external organizations.

• Author and co-author technical papers reporting on the results of your investigations.

• Evaluate engineering analyses from academic and industry partners, providing expert scientific judgment.

• Represent the Air Force Research Laboratory as a technical authority in your field.

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for situational telework; as determined by agency policy

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

No

Required Qualifications

• United States Citizenship
• This position is an Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) position requiring Level/Tier 2 (Practitioner) Non-Critical certification in Engineering and Technical Management (N); experience is 4 years; and the selectee will have 60 months to meet APDP requirements, or a waiver must be obtained. *Applicants must list all completed APDP certifications in their resume.
• Position is eligible for situational telework and will require routine mission travel, regular classified engagements, and in-person meetings that cannot always be scheduled around a regular/recurring telework schedule. The employee must live within the commuting area of Wright-Patterson AFB.
• Must possess a professional science or engineering (S&E) degree from an accredited academic institution. The position will be filled using occupational series within the SCIENTIST AND ENGINEERS career field. The applicant must be able to meet the OPM Qualification Standards for the position being filled. Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standards can be found at:
  https://www.opm.gov/policy-data­oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/electronics-engineering­series-0855/. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1300/general-physical-science-series-1301/
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance; this position is Special Sensitive.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent will be subject to random testing.
• Proficient with programming languages, e.g., C/C++, Python, & MATLAB.
• Proficient in digital signal processing.
• Must have superior analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal, oral, and written communication skills for technical and senior leader audiences.
• Self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision, and still meet deadlines.
• Open to collaboration and able to work productively as part of a team.

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited academic institution
• Knowledge of RF/Radar modes such as synthetic aperture radar (SAR), and/or Moving Target Indication (MTI)
• Knowledge of radio frequency components: antennas, amplifiers, filters, mixers, and analog-to-digital converters
• Experience related to research and development of radar systems and concepts
• Familiarity with Electronic Warfare
• Open Architecture standards
• RF Experimental and test and evaluation experience

Additional Information

Resumes may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable.

When uploading documents please utilize the naming convention listed below.

The requisition number is located at the bottom of the announcement.

• Resume (PDF): Req No_67914_Last Name_First Name_Resume
• Transcript: Req No_67914_Last Name_First Name_Transcript (If uploading multiple transcripts, the naming convention should include "Transcript BS" or "Transcript MA" as applicable.)
• SF-50: Req No_67914_Last Name_First Name_SF-50

Required documents include:

• Federal resume with relevant start and end dates in MM/DD/YY, per experience.
• Unofficial Transcripts Required OR Unofficial Transcripts Recommended
• Most recent SF-50 for current federal employees; redact all PII

Requisition Number: 67914

Series

0855

1301