Principal Engineer – Radar System

About the role

EDGE is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead the design, development, integration and qualification of advanced radar seeker systems for airborne and precision‑guided applications. The role provides technical leadership across RF/microwave, antenna, signal processing and system engineering activities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead design and development of radar seeker systems, including RF/microwave front‑ends and antenna subsystems.
• Develop and optimise radar signal‑processing algorithms for target acquisition, tracking and classification.
• Oversee system integration, ground and flight testing, verification, qualification and performance analysis.
• Conduct design reviews, produce engineering documentation and mentor junior engineers.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in Electrical, Communications or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of RF and radar engineering experience, with at least 2 years in technical leadership.
• Proven experience in radar seeker development for military airborne platforms or precision‑guided munitions.

Required skills

• Radar theory, RF/microwave design, antennas, electromagnetics.
• Signal‑processing algorithm development.
• MATLAB/Simulink, CST/HFSS, Microwave Office, C/C++.
• Use of RF test equipment.

What we offer

• Highly competitive, tax‑free salary.
• Family visas, annual flight tickets and medical insurance for dependents.
• Education allowances for children.
• Access to a learning academy and digital platforms for continuous skill development.