Senior SAR Engineer

SAR Engineer – Advanced Radar Systems / Remote Sensing Location: Orange County, CA Compensation: $120,000 - 170,000 Full-time Permanent Clearance: Active or Eligibility to Obtain TS/SCI Travel: Up to 20% About the Opportunity My client is a leading Satellite scale-up who are looking for a SAR Engineer to join its growing US engineering division.

This position plays a key role in developing and operationalizing advanced radar and signal-processing technologies that power next-generation synthetic aperture radar (SAR) data products.

Working alongside scientists and engineers across multiple domains, you’ll design and build the software and systems that transform raw radar data into mission-critical insights for both commercial and government applications.

Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain software solutions for SAR data processing, image-quality monitoring, and analytics.Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate algorithms into scalable, operational pipelines.Troubleshoot and resolve data and product quality issues in coordination with multiple technical stakeholders.Contribute to SAR system and algorithm design discussions, ensuring robust, efficient, and testable implementations.Participate in agile development cycles to bring prototypes into production.Apply engineering best practices through code review, automated testing, and documentation.

Required QualificationsAdvanced degree (MS or PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field.5+ years of professional experience in RF, systems, or electrical engineering.2+ years of experience developing data-processing software in a production environment.Strong grasp of signal-processing fundamentals and manipulation of complex-valued data.Working knowledge of SAR imaging physics, imaging modes, and common formation algorithms.Proficiency in Python for prototyping engineering solutions.Experience converting prototypes into production-ready code using Go or C++.Familiarity with Docker and containerized environments.Experience using AWS cloud services and AWS CLI as part of the SDLC.Must be eligible to obtain a TS/SCI clearance or hold an active clearance Desired Qualifications Experience with USG NITF (SICD/SIDD) and CPHD data formats.Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complex radar topics into actionable requirements.Familiarity with GIS analysis tools and data workflows.Understanding of MLOps principles and deployment of machine-learning models into production.

Why JoinWork on cutting-edge SAR and signal-processing technologies supporting global-impact missions.Join a rapidly growing engineering team focused on innovation, precision, and operational excellence.Collaborate with experts in radar systems, software engineering, and Earth observation.Opportunities for professional growth, travel, and remote flexibility across US locations.