Radar System Integration & Validation Engineer

Job Title: Radar System Integration & Validation Engineer

Location: Munich, Germany – On-site 3 days/week
Contract Type: Freelance
Contract Length: 12 months
Candidate Requirement: Must be based in Munich or very close

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Radar System Integration & Validation Engineer to join a leading Radar Systems Center of Excellence. The engineer will support the integration and validation of next-generation 77GHz automotive radar products, working closely with system architects, hardware teams, and validation engineers. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-tech, cross-functional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead radar system integration and validation activities within cross-functional development teams.
• Execute system integration strategies and ensure alignment with technical and project requirements.
• Translate customer acceptance criteria into robust test and validation concepts.
• Define, develop, and execute system validation plans, including bench development.
• Perform 77GHz radar system measurements using RF and microwave lab equipment.
• Develop, adapt, and automate system-level validation test cases.
• Collaborate closely with system, product, and IP architects to refine requirements and system definitions.
• Support creation and optimisation of automated testing environments.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in automotive radar systems, with emphasis on integration and validation.
• Strong experience with 77GHz radar chip validation and system-level measurements.
• Deep understanding of HW/SW interaction in modern radar systems.
• Hands‑on experience with RF, microwave, and microcontroller measurement equipment.
• Proficiency in lab automation and scripting (MATLAB, Python); Java knowledge is an advantage.
• Familiarity with software tools such as Git, JIRA, and modern IDEs.
• Experience with high-GHz system applications and automated test frameworks.