Senior Project Engineer - Radar Systems

DescriptionKforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Project Engineer - Radar Systems in Phoenix, AZ.Summary:We are seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead the development of advanced phased array, ESA, and AESA radar systems for government and defense applications. This role will drive programs from concept through production while coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams and serving as a key technical leader. We are working directly with the hiring manager on this search assignment. This position is 100% onsite.Responsibilities:* Lead phased array radar product development, integration, verification, qualification, and production transition* Coordinate cross-functional teams including Systems, RF, Antenna, FPGA, Software, Mechanical, Manufacturing, and Test Engineering* Manage technical planning, risk mitigation, schedule execution, and issue resolution* Lead requirements development, design reviews, architecture trades, and technical decision-making* Support system integration, testing, validation, and customer demonstrations* Drive manufacturing readiness and production release activities* Communicate technical status and key program milestones to leadership and stakeholdersRequirements* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related technical field* 7+ years of experience in phased array, radar, RF, aerospace, defense, LiDAR, or related technologies* Experience with electronically steered antenna (ESA) or phased array systems* Strong understanding of RF systems, antenna technologies, beamforming, and systems engineering processes* Proven technical leadership of multidisciplinary engineering teams* Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified informationPreferred Qualifications:* AESA experience* Experience transitioning products from development into production* Radar, LiDAR, or advanced RF sensing background* Knowledge of phased array calibration, beamforming, and RF characterization* Familiarity with MIL-STD-810 and MIL-STD-461Keywords: Radar, Phased Array, AESA, ESA, RF Systems, Antenna Design, Beamforming, Defense, Aerospace, Systems Engineering, FPGA, TS/SCIJob TypeDirect HireCompensation175000 - $225000