RF Systems Architect Engineer

General Dynamics•Colorado Springs, CO

54d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior RF Systems Architect Engineer for Advanced Electronics Systems, youll lead a cross functional team responsible for envisioning and realizing the next generation of tactical radios and GPS/Navigation solutions for the US Armed Forces. We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: Strong understanding of military communication protocols, frequency allocation, and secure communications. Experience with software-defined radio (SDR) technologies. Proficiency in design and simulation tools for RF and communication systems (e.g., MATLAB, RF Toolbox). What sets you apart: Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the systems development life cycle Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success Exceptional communication, presentation, and influence management skills, with notable record of securing buy-in on concepts and ideas Experienced in the art of negotiation with ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others

Requirements

Requires a Bachelors degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 10+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 8 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.
Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Signal processing background. Solid understanding of concepts like adaptive filtering, FFTs, windowing, filtering, decimation, and interpolation
Signal processing and digital signal processing (DSP) Specifically in the realm of communication theory, stochastic processes, and adaptive filtering.
Experience working in a fast-paced development environment focused on fielding complex signal processing solutions
Proficient in signal processing algorithm development in MATLAB or Python
Demonstrated problem-solving, verbal and written communication, presentation and organizational skills
Proven technical leadership skills ability to generate and deliver creative problem solutions
Strong ability to manage tasks and projects independently with urgency
In addition, the candidate must possess excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to travel worldwide, up to 20%

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of military communication protocols, frequency allocation, and secure communications.
Experience with software-defined radio (SDR) technologies.
Proficiency in design and simulation tools for RF and communication systems (e.g., MATLAB, RF Toolbox).
Programming languages such as Rust, Python, MATLAB/Simulink, C, C++
FPGA Design, HDL (Verilog or VHDL)
Knowledge of AMD FPGA/SoC devices.
Advanced Linux operating systems knowledge (Drivers, networking, system services, etc.)
Multi-threaded and multi-core programming
Network protocols and socket programming

Responsibilities

Architect radio communication systems tailored for military applications, ensuring interoperability, security, and reliability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and logistics, to integrate radio systems into broader military platforms.
Oversee testing and validation of radio systems to ensure compliance with military standards and specifications.
Provide technical expertise and support during system integration and field deployment.
Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in military communications and radio systems.
RF signal processing system design
System modeling, simulation, and algorithm development
Collection and analysis of communication signals in L, C, and K spectrums
Ability to lead interdisciplinary teams
Performance evaluation of signal processing solutions
Develop testing criteria and execute validation of designs
Work effectively in a cross functional team as well as a diverse customer base

Benefits

An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nations security
Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

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