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Systems Architect, Lead

TSC
Huntsville, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/2/2026
TSC’s Product Solutions (PS) Division is currently seeking a Systems Architect, Lead in Huntsville, AL, with an educational and/or industry focus in theoretical analysis, requirements generation/decomposition, early product design, interface control, and test planning/execution/data analysis of RF sensors, radar, communication systems, and/or antenna design in the precision weapons domain of DoD/DoW-related programs.

TSC’s PS Division provides products and services in the areas of radar, communication systems, sensors, antennas and other electronics systems to the missile, radar/sensor system, communications, control systems, data acquisition, and signal processing markets. TSC has developed products ranging from board-level, application-specific-designs, to complete, turnkey radar and communication systems. TSC has established a state-of-the-art hardware capability that is well respected by customers in Government and industry.

TSC offers a professional working environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package. Come and join our team!

Responsibilities:

As mentioned above, this position requires technical expertise in the design, test, analysis, and requirements development of RF-based technologies such as proximity, height-of-burst (HOB), unmanned RF payloads, seeker sensors, tactical data links, and radar systems spanning from development through manufacturing for missiles, rockets, Electronic Warfare (EW), and/or gun-launched munition platforms. This position will coordinate with both product teams and division leadership and will help position TSC to be the preferred partner for these RF-based technologies with current and new customers.

  • Create radar system architectures based on customer requirements
  • Track new and upcoming technologies and how they can be used to create better performance or lower cost technical solutions for RF systems
  • Periodically create technical presentations and white papers in support of internal hardware development activities
  • Support hardware demonstrations, technical discussions, and deliver periodic technical briefs
  • Technical oversight of proposals, programs, and product lines
  • Lead IRAD developments of new technology
  • Assist in developing system test documentation that aligns to verification of functionality on a production line
  • Oversee or lead the technical development on all NRE activities by working with multi-discipline teams of systems, hardware, mechanical, software, and firmware engineers to build complete solutions and products
  • Assess industry/government RFIs and determine applicability and/or feasibility of designing and/or adapting current TSC products to meet requested requirements.

Required Qualifications:

  • BS in Electrical Engineering and minimum 8-10 years of experience in RF-based design
    • Or M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and minimum of 8 years of experience in DoD/DoW industry
  • Strong technical background with experience in one or more of the following areas:
    • Military/Defense System Development and Delivery
    • Radar & Communications Digital Signal Processing Systems
    • Military/Defense Hardware Production & Quality Control
    • Radar & Communication System/Subsystem Design, Analysis, Integration and/or Field Testing
    • Military/Defense Electronics System Manufacturing & Integration
  • Demonstrated technical leadership and subject matter expertise
  • Possess excellent organizational and communications skills
  • Able to prioritize work and maximize productivity
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET DoD Clearance.
  • U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with proximity/HOB or seeker fuze technologies in a product development environment
  • Experience working with missiles, rockets, or gun-launched munitions utilizing fuze technologies such as proximity and seeker technologies.
  • Experience designing FMCW and/or pulsed-based radar technologies
  • Experience in early concept development through design verification testing

TSC Benefits:

TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefit package; including ESOP participation, 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Co-Sponsored Health Plan, Paid Leave and much more.

Applying to TSC:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60–1.4(a), 60–300.5(a) and 60–741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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