Division Chief Technologist (Radar)

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Division Chief Technologist, Radar

BlueHalo seeks a highly skilled and visionary Divisional Chief Technologist to lead our nxtRF division's radar technical strategy and innovation initiatives. At BlueHalo we design, integrate, test, and deploy state-of-the-art systems for a range of applications, including wireless communications, radar/EW, phased array antennas, 5G/LTE, positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT). The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of radar and associated RF technologies, a proven track record of successful technical leadership and product development, and a passion for driving advancements in defense capabilities.

CITIZENSHIP & CLEARANCE

• We can only accept applicants that are US Citizens.
• An active Top Secret (or higher) level DoD security clearance is required.

• Provide technical guidance and leadership to the NXTRF Division, ensuring alignment with overall product development strategy.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscapes related to radio frequency technologies.
• Drive the development and execution of the nxtRF Division’s technical strategy, particularly in the area of next-generation radar and RF technologies, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and pursue new opportunities for technology development and application.
• Oversee and guide the research and development efforts within the nxtRF Division, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality and cutting-edge capabilities and solutions.
• Foster collaboration with external partners, research institutions, and government agencies to stay at the forefront of RF technology advancements.
• Lead a team of skilled engineers and researchers, providing mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages creativity and excellence.
• Serve as the subject matter expert in radar and RF technologies, providing technical insight and support to internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of patents, technical publications, and thought leadership within the RF field.
• Develop a product roadmap for future development of existing products to meet domestic and international customer needs.
• Serve as focal point for the development and communication of the system architecture for proposal baselines.
• Ensure capture of mission requirements into proposed systems solutions, ensuring adequate representation of design and technology maturity of the system.
• Develop models and architectural guidelines for current and future system development.
• Support internal and external design reviews
• Present to current and prospective customers and senior management and tailor the material based on the audience.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Ph.D. or master’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Extensive experience (15+ years) in radar/RF technology development and defense industry applications.
• An active Top Secret (or higher) level DoD security clearance.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Strong strategic thinking and innovation mindset.
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
• Extensive knowledge of Radar theory.
• Experience working with and designing radar systems.
• Understanding of the RF/Analog, Digital, and Software building blocks of a radar system.
• Proven track record of technical leadership and successfully leading teams in the development of advanced radar/RF technologies.
• Experience with radar system performance modeling and analysis.
• Knowledge of digital signal processing algorithms.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Experience writing technical proposals.
• Experience with MATLAB.
• Familiarity with FPGA and RFSOC system design considerations.

EEO Statement

BlueHalo is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
 
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