Job Description

RDA Technical Services is currently seeking an experienced Systems Engineer with software expertise to provide Software Program support for an Army Tactical Radar system. This support will include monitoring the development of system software/algorithms and support of laboratory and field testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide System Engineering support, including software support for development of an Army airborne Radar system.
• Monitor the development of system software/algorithms
• Evaluate SW test plans/test cases/scenarios
• Support laboratory and field testing of the Army Tactical Radar system
• Work collaboratively with team members to understand their technical approach and provide technical guidance

Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Physics with 5 years related experience
• Strong technical writing and communications skills
• Software test procedure execution and development experience
• RF or Communications experience
• Knowledge of MATLAB, C++, VxWorks, PowerPC, real-time processing
• Ability to work well collaboratively and thrive independently

US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance (up to TS/SCI) is required.  An active Security Clearance is preferred.

Job Location

This position is located at Aberdeen Proving Grounds (APG) in Aberdeen, Maryland. APG is a large Army installation located approximately 40 miles north of Baltimore and less than two hours from Philadelphia. A train station situated just outside of APG services Amtrak’s Northeast Regional Route, which also services Washington DC, New York City and Boston, daily.

About Us

RDA Technical Services (RDA) began in 2003 with a very simple concept: attract and develop the best talent and be the preferred provider of program management and engineering support within the Army C5ISR market. RDA fosters an environment of creativity, opportunity, and balance. Our compact, multi-functional organization allows employees at all levels to collaborate and grow together, leveraging individual skills, talents, experience, and interests to develop innovative technical solutions to meet the toughest challenges facing our national defense. When you join the RDA team, you will have the opportunity to work directly with prestigious industry leaders and contribute directly to the growth and success of the company. 

Here at RDA, we believe that the best employees are balanced—this is why, for many of us, we stepped away from large, corporate entities to build RDA. We want our employees to come to work with passion, accountability, and commitment to the job, and to have fulfilling lives outside of work.

This is your opportunity to have a direct impact on the shape and direction of our future, and that of the warfighter. Come, grow with us!

Apply online by filling out the form below, or email your cover letter and email to careers@rdatechnicalservices.com.