Overview

Surveillance Radar Subject Mater Expert (SME)

JOB STATUS: Full-time

CLEARANCE: Public Trust

CERTIFICATION: N/A

TRAVEL: Limited; as needed

Must be US citizen

 

Astrion is seeking a Surveillance Radar Engineer to provide technical subject matter expertise supporting FAA radar modernization and sustainment efforts across the National Airspace System (NAS). This role focuses on accelerating radar deployment schedules, resolving technical issues, and supporting system integration, testing, and field implementation.

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Systems Engineering (or related field)8+ years of surveillance radar or air traffic systems experienceKnowledge of primary/secondary radar, Mode 3/A, C, and S operationsFAA or DoD radar program experience preferredStrong communication and documentation skills

RESPONSIBILITIES:

FAA Systems May Include

Airport Surveillance Radar (ASR-9, ASR-11/DASR)Air Route Surveillance Radar (ARSR-4)ATCBI-6 / ATCBI-6AMode S / Secondary Surveillance RadarTerminal and En Route Surveillance InterfacesRadar Sustainment and Modernization ProgramsProvide radar engineering SME support to FAA program offices and integratorsSupport accelerated deployment schedules and technical risk mitigationReview engineering designs, test plans, safety assessments, and installation packagesParticipate in design reviews, readiness reviews, and site commissioningSupport system performance analysis, Electromagnetic Interference/Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMI/EMC) mitigation, and spectrum coordinationDevelop technical briefings and recommendations for FAA leadership