Applications Engineer-I, Electronic Warfare

Motorola Solutions•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Silvus Technologies, a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, is seeking an entry-level Applications Engineer-I, Electronic Warfare, based at its headquarters in West Los Angeles, California. Reporting to the Senior Applications Engineer, the role supports applications and solutions engineering, customers, and sales. The engineer works with customers, Sales, and internal Engineering teams to help develop next-generation electronic warfare software and products, define and test products and features, provide technical support, perform technical analysis and systems integration, and develop solutions to complex problems. The position follows a hybrid schedule, with at least three days onsite per week—Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays—and other onsite days as needed. It includes up to 25% domestic and international travel for customer and sales support, such as demonstrations, troubleshooting, system integration, and training. Duties may be reassigned at management’s discretion.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent degree in a relevant STEM field.
Proficiency using spectrum analyzers, multimeters, signal generators, and other RF and data-network test equipment.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, multitask, and interact effectively with cross-functional teams and customers.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency with PC office applications and mobile devices.
Willingness to travel and work at customer sites.
Active U.S. Government SECRET clearance or ability to obtain one within 15 months of hire.
U.S. citizenship is required due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
Successful completion of a background check and drug test is a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with TCP/IP protocols and networking.
Knowledge of and interest in Electronic Warfare (EW) or Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO) concepts.
Experience operating and testing IP radios or modems.
Knowledge of wireless communication systems, radio-frequency signal propagation, and digital communication technologies.
Experience with electronic protection or support technologies.
Experience testing embedded radio communication systems.
Familiarity with Linux.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C/C++.

Responsibilities

Design and test complete solutions to address technical problems.
Define products and features to fill gaps in the electronic warfare portfolio, and conduct product evaluations and field trials for new features and accessories.
Collaborate with and provide feedback to R&D engineers working on electronic warfare products.
Support customers and Sales through troubleshooting, systems integration engineering, product recommendations, and technical analysis, both remotely and in person.
Participate in an off-hours, on-call support rotation, voluntarily or as scheduled based on business needs, to address critical customer escalations.
Support requests independently and with Engineering teams, including through in-house work and field testing and validation.
Test and harden existing features through firmware and hardware changes in realistic applications.
Help the Sales Engineering team prepare demonstrations, training, and testing, and reproduce field bugs and issues.
Create and maintain customer-facing manuals, guides, videos, application notes, and other support content.
Guide and assist the RMA and Loaner teams by providing equipment recommendations and vetting customer requests.
Travel to provide in-person engineering support, including demonstrations, troubleshooting, systems integration, and training.
Perform other related duties.