Senior EW Mission Data Engineer – Radar MDF Expert
Senior engineer at HII Mission Technologies in Warner, QLD, developing operational Mission Data Files (MDFs) for Air Force EW/RWR radar systems such as the AN/ALR-56M and AN/ALR-69A. Day to day involves radar waveform research, MDF coding, testing, documentation, and cross-team collaboration, with up to 25% travel.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Central Plaza, Australia
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 15+ years
- Category
- Data engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 15 years of relevant experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Deep EW/MDF (Mission Data File) knowledge
- Experience with Air Force EW/RWR systems (AN/ALR-56M, AN/ALR-69A)
- Radar waveform research and MDF coding, testing, and documentation skills
- Willingness to travel up to 25%
- Strong collaboration skills
Full description
RF/Electronic Warfare/ Mission Data Engineer (Engineer Electrical 5)
HII's Mission Technologies division – Warner QLD
Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range:$127,358.00-$165,000.00
Security Clearance:Secret
Level of Experience:Senior
This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.
HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:
- Know & Grow Your People– Commit to learning and supporting team success.
- Build Relationships– Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
- Take Ownership– Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
- Customer First– Focus on the mission and those we serve.
- Shape the Future– Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
- Act with Urgency– Take initiative and follow through with purpose.
These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.
Job Description
The candidate will provide technical expertise in developing operational mission data files (MDF) for Air Force Special Operations Command and Air Mobility Command AN/ALR-56M and AN/ALR-69A Radar Warning Receiver (RWR) systems. The position entails radar waveform research, MDF coding and test, technical documentation, and interface with aircraft maintenance and aircrew. The candidate will partner with government counterparts to ensure that all technical requirements are accomplished according to MAJCOM operational directives. Position is full-time during normal duty hours at Robins AFB. Travel (less than 25%) is required for this position.
Researches, develops, designs, and tests electrical components, equipment, software systems, and networks. Designs electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes.