Radar Integration Engineer

About Us :

Skydweller Aero Inc. is a transatlantic cutting-edge aerospace company developing solar powered aircraft solutions capable of achieving perpetual flight with heavy, and powerful payload capacity. Utilizing technology based upon the longest continuous renewably powered flight program in history, this fast-growing startup is developing a new class of unmanned aircraft, providing the persistence of geosynchronous satellites with the powerful sensing capabilities and the flexibility of a large, airborne platform. Skydweller Aero Inc. has World and US headquarters in Oklahoma City and European offices headquartered in Spain, and an operating base in Stennis, Mississippi, USA

About the Role :

We are seeking a Radar Integration Engineer to lead the integration, testing, and optimization of advanced radar systems into our aerospace platforms. You will work closely with avionics, systems, and flight test teams to ensure seamless integration of radar payloads for various applications, including synthetic aperture radar (SAR), maritime surveillance, and weather detection.

Responsibilities :

• Radar System Integration : Design and implement the integration of radar payloads onto airborne platforms, ensuring compliance with aircraft power, weight, and communication constraints.
• Hardware & Software Interface Development : Work with avionics engineers to define interfaces (power, RF, data, and control) between radar systems and onboard mission computers.
• Flight Testing & Validation : Develop and execute test plans for radar performance validation in both laboratory and flight test environments.
• Signal Processing & Optimization : Collaborate with radar algorithm developers to optimize signal processing techniques for real-world conditions.
• EMI / EMC & RF Performance Compliance : Ensure radar systems meet electromagnetic interference (EMI), electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), and RF spectrum management requirements .
• Troubleshooting & Debugging : Diagnose and resolve hardware / software issues related to radar operation, integration, and data processing.
• Regulatory & Certification Compliance : Support compliance with aerospace regulatory standards (FAA, EASA, MIL-STD, DO-178C, DO-254, etc.).
• Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration : Work with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to optimize radar integration with aircraft systems.

Desired Skills and Experience :

Education : Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field .

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Company Benefits :

1. Health insurance : We offer health insurance to all FTEs, which can include medical, dental, and vision coverage.

2. Paid time off : This includes vacation time, sick leave, and personal days.

3. Flexible schedules : we offer flexible schedules; we help employees achieve a better work-life balance.

4. Professional development opportunities : we may offer training, educational opportunities, or tuition reimbursement programs to help employees develop their skills and advance their careers.

5. Wellness programs : we offer wellness programs that promote healthy living and can include things like gym memberships, nutrition counseling, or stress-management classes.

6. Stock options : all FTEs after one year of seniority may have the opportunity to receive options as part of their compensation package.

7. Bonuses : we offer bonuses or other forms of performance-based compensation to reward employees for their hard work and achievements.