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Radar Signal Processing Engineer (MTI/STAP)

Array Labs logoArray Labs$150,000–$300,000/yrRedwood City, CA, United StatesFull-timePosted 11mo ago
  • US citizenship
  • ITAR / US person

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About the job

## About Us Array Labs builds advanced radar systems to help humanity understand and respond to changes across the physical world.

We're launching a coordinated fleet of radar satellites to create a high-resolution 3D map of the Earth, updated in real time, enabling faster, smarter decision-making for government and commercial organizations supporting disaster response, infrastructure resilience, and mission-critical geopolitical intelligence.

We design and build our satellites end-to-end, producing the world's most advanced earth observation satellites. Our fleet will deliver unprecedented levels of accuracy, coverage, and responsiveness to power critical insights precisely where they're needed most. ## About the Job We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Radar Engineer with Moving Target Indication (MTI) experience to join our team.

The ideal candidate will play a critical role in developing innovative solutions for space-based AMTI and GMTI radar systems. This position requires expertise in radar signal processing, system design, and performance analysis to support advanced radar applications.

As part of our quickly growing engineering team, you will play a critical role in the design of the world’s most advanced radar satellite constellation - one that will significantly improve humanity’s ability to rapidly and comprehensively understand our changing planet. ## Responsibilities - Design and prototype MTI algorithms, taking advantage of our unique multi-static configuration - Productionize radar system architectures for space-based MTI applications, ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability - Analyze radar system performance metrics such as detection probability, false alarm rates, clutter suppression, and tracking accuracy - Develop and utilize simulation tools to model radar system behavior and validate design choices - Work closely with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, hardware engineers, and program managers, to ensure successful system integration and deployment - Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders ## Basic Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field - Experience with radar system modeling and simulation - Proficiency in Python, C/C++, or MATLAB - Excellent teamwork and communication skills - Learn new concepts rapidly, completely, and in a self-directed manner - High levels of self-motivation and personal accountability - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under significant time constraints - Must currently hold or be able to maintain a U.S Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level security clearance ## Preferred Skills & Experience - Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a related field - 5+ years of experience in radar systems engineering, with a focus on moving target detection and indication - Strong knowledge of MTI principles, including Doppler processing, clutter suppression, space-time adaptive processing (STAP) - Experience with GMTI, AMTI, and/or moving target detection - Experience with bistatic and/or multistatic radar systems - Experience with military or defense radar systems ## Compensation & Benefits Our hiring and compensation strategy is simple: We offer competitive salaries and meaningful equity.

We want everyone here to have real ownership in what we're building.

Full-time employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including the following: Health & Wellness - Medical, dental, and vision insurance (including a fully employer-paid medical plan) - Paid parental leave (12 weeks / 6 weeks) Time Off - 19 paid vacation days, 10 sick days, 11 company holidays Financial - 401(k) with employer match (100% match up to 3%, 50% match up to 5%) - Commuter expenses (parking & transit) ## Perks & Lifestyle - Daily lunch stipend; Audible subscription; Claude Pro access; relocation support - Hybrid work options & flexibility We reserve the right to modify base pay and other compensation components.

More details about our benefits are available to candidates during the hiring process. ## Interview Process We will conduct interviews via Google Meet, with the potential for an onsite visit to our office in Redwood City, CA. The typical interview process takes around 3 to 5 weeks. ## Why Join Array At Array Labs, deep technical expertise meets relentless impact.

We prioritize curiosity over hierarchy and bold ideas over incremental gains. Our world-class team across hardware engineering, software, and aerospace works collaboratively to push boundaries. Join industry-leading experts to build the future of radar and deliver unprecedented insights into the physical world. ## ITAR Requirements To conform to U.S.

Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. ## Equal Opportunity Employer Array Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment decisions are made on the basis of merit, competence, and job qualifications without regard to gender, color, race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at accessibility@arraylabs.io.

From Array Labs's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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