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This position supports NCAR’s vision of accelerating progress toward a thriving and sustainable society by providing overall technical leadership for the Airborne Phased Array Radar (APAR) development. You will apply your engineering expertise and technical knowledge to the implementation of the entire APAR system from design and development to validation and operations.

Check this link for more info about the project: https://www.eol.ucar.edu/instruments/airborne-phased-array-radar-apar

Job Location: Boulder, CO

Job Location Type: Hybrid with a requirement to travel and work in remote field locations on occasion, typically for not more than 7 days per trip.

Position Type & Term: Full-Time (5-Year Term)

Hiring Range: Annual Salary Range: $119,418-$ $149,272  *Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.*

• Application Deadline: The position will be posted until April 27, 2023.
• Required application materials: A Resume AND Cover Letter are both required at the time of application
• Work Authorization: Must be (a) a U.S. citizen; (b) lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States; or (c) a protected individual as defined by 8 USC1324b(a)(3). UCAR/NCAR will not sponsor a work visa.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Pre-employment screenings are conducted for selected candidates; background checks are also conducted for risk-based positions. Learn more.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS for this position:

• Willingness to travel and work in remote field locations on occasion, typically for not more than 7 days per trip.
• Must be (a) a U.S. citizen; (b) lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States; or (c) a protected individual as defined by 8 USC1324b(a)(3)

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Engineering Leadership

Responsible for the APAR engineering efforts (internal and external); manages and supervises the APAR engineering team; responsible for ensuring design reviews are accomplished; manages engineering sub-awardees and ensures that the engineering development meets pre-defined requirements.  This includes working with project leads, industry/subcontractors, and university collaborators to ensure technical objectives, and schedules are being met; leading and directing the effort of engineering disciplines associated with the APAR development including radar hardware, software, aeronautical, mechanical, and electrical systems; and leading and/or providing support through program gates/milestones such as the preliminary design review (PDR), critical design review (CDR), fabrication, testing, and verification of requirements for the APAR system.

• Cross-Project Collaboration

Supports the Senior Systems Engineer with managing technical project risks, engineering and test/validation documents, and test plans. Reviews and evaluates engineering documents and test reports. Conducts trade analyses. Reviews and approves major acquisitions. Reviews and tracks Earned Value (EV) data with Senior Systems Engineer, Program Manager, and Project Director to determine product trade-offs.

• Project Representation

Presents at and participates in conferences, meetings & workshops as required in support of the APAR program.  Supports the writing of proposals to secure additional funding for the APAR development.

 

Education & Experience REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and nine years of engineering experience or
• Master's degree in Engineering and at least seven years of experience or

• Ph.D. degree and at least five years of experience;

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities REQUIRED:

• Advanced knowledge of R&D and operational radar systems Broad technical knowledge of cross-disciplines or deep knowledge of one discipline.
• Demonstrated analytical, applied mathematics, and problem-solving skills common to radar/RF engineering.
• Demonstrated creativity, foresight, and mature engineering judgment in anticipating and solving unprecedented engineering problems.
• Knowledge of current technology trends.
• Skill in motivating staff in large projects.
• Proven knowledge in the design and development of phased array radar systems.
• Proven knowledge and experience in phased array calibration techniques.
• Experienced in recognizing and solving Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) issues, especially on airborne platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and a Fourth Generation Language, e.g., Python, MATLAB, IDL, etc.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment with individuals of diverse backgrounds and contribute effectively to problem-solving efforts.

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