Systems Engineer
Cubic Corporation•San Diego, CA
•$70,000 - $118,000•Hybrid
About The Position
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Secure Communications Systems Engineer to join our growing engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in the design, development, and implementation of military radio communication systems. You will work alongside experienced engineers and contribute to challenging projects, building a strong foundation for a career in this dynamic field.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Systems Engineering (e.g., Telecommunications Engineering).
- 2-4 years of experience in systems engineering field
- Solid understanding of fundamental electrical engineering principles, including circuit analysis, electromagnetic theory, and signal processing.
- Solid understanding of Systems Engineering principles and practices.
- Basic knowledge of wireless communication principles and technologies (e.g., LTE, 5G, Wi-Fi).
- Familiarity with RF testing equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators) and simulation software (e.g., MATLAB).
- DOD Security Clearance
Nice To Haves
- Experience with requirements management tools like DOORS or Jama.
- Experience with CAD software for schematics and layouts.
- Experience with Model-Based-Systems-Engineering (MBSE) tools.
- Prior internship or project experience related to RF or wireless communication systems on military UAVs.
- Basic programming skills (e.g., Python, C/C++) for automation or data analysis.
Responsibilities
- Assist and support in the design, analysis, and testing of secure radio communication systems and components, such as antennas, transceivers, and digital signal processing units.
- Support the development and implementation of system architectures and specifications based on project requirements.
- Participate in the evaluation and selection of hardware and software components, considering factors like performance, cost, and compliance with regulations.
- Conduct laboratory and field testing of RF equipment, analyzing data and generating detailed reports to document findings.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to radio communication systems, including hardware, software, firmware and signal interference problems.
- Contribute to the creation and maintenance of technical documentation, requirements including design documents, test procedures, and user manuals.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including senior engineers, project managers, and technicians.
- Stay informed about industry standards, emerging technologies, and best practices in radio communications engineering.
- Assist with the installation and configuration of radio communication systems and equipment.
Benefits
- medical, dental and vision insurance
- company-paid disability
- life insurance options
- critical illness and accident coverages
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- a pre-paid legal plan
- travel accident insurance
- an award-winning well-being program which includes an employer-funded lifestyle spending account
- up to six weeks of paid parental leave
- a 401k Retirement Plan with a company match
- backup childcare
- pet care
- pet insurance
- virtual tutoring
- a tuition reimbursement program
- 9/80 work schedule
- flexible time-off arrangement
- paid-time-off (PTO)/Sick leave
- 11 paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
