OpenCPI Engineer

Lockheed Martin; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company is looking for an experienced OpenCPI Engineer at its Gloucester site. This role involves utilizing the OpenCPI framework for building and optimizing software-defined radio systems. If you have a strong background in RF communications and open for innovative projects, we invite you to apply. The position offers flexible work schedules and opportunities for continuous professional development.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Competitive Pension

Dental

Critical Illness

Life Assurance

Travel Insurance

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Internal training and development

Reimbursement for professional membership

Enhanced maternity leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with the OpenCPI framework, including system design, integration, and optimization.
• Strong background in RF communications and software-defined radio (SDR) technologies.
• Expertise in digital signal processing (DSP), RF algorithms, and embedded system development.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the OpenCPI framework to build, test, and optimize SDR systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for RF communication systems design.
• Implement test-driven development strategies.

Skills

OpenCPI framework

RF communications

Digital signal processing

C/C++ for embedded applications

Tools

GnuRadio

Linux environments

GitLab

Job description

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We are looking for an experienced OpenCPI Engineer to join our growing team at our Gloucester site. This exciting opportunity allows you to work on a variety of Defence, Cyber, and Intelligence programmes, contributing to the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge RF systems. If you have hands-on experience with the OpenCPI framework and are eager to advance your career in a high-impact, innovative environment, we want to hear from you!

At Lockheed Martin, we value work-life balance, providing flexible work schedules and hybrid work options where possible. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package to help you lead a fulfilling and healthy life inside and outside of work. This role offers opportunities for continuous professional development, allowing you to grow your skills while contributing to mission-critical projects.

As an OpenCPI Engineer, you will be responsible for utilizing the OpenCPI framework to build, test, and optimize software-defined radio (SDR) systems and RF applications. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, providing expertise in system integration, testing, and performance optimization.

Key Responsibilities:

• OpenCPI Framework Utilization – Undertake the development and integration of software-defined radio (SDR) systems using the OpenCPI framework.
• System Design & Integration – Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and integrate RF communication systems, ensuring seamless operation within complex mission environments.
• Test & Measurement – Implement test driven development strategies and consider testing throughout the development lifecycle of an application, leveraging OpenCPI for effective system verification and validation.
• Software Optimization – Optimize the performance of OpenCPI-based systems, ensuring maximum efficiency and reliability.
• Vulnerability & Security Analysis – Analyze and mitigate potential vulnerabilities within OpenCPI-based solutions.
• Collaboration & Reporting – Work closely with engineering and customer teams, providing detailed reports on system performance, issues, and proposed solutions.
This position offers a unique opportunity to work on innovative solutions for both Lockheed Martin and our customers, delivering cutting-edge technology in the realm of RF communications and SDR systems.

Permanent

OpenCPI Engineer

Systems Engineering

Gloucester

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced OpenCPI Engineer to join our growing team at our Gloucester site. This exciting opportunity allows you to work on a variety of Defence, Cyber, and Intelligence programmes, contributing to the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge RF systems. If you have hands-on experience with the OpenCPI framework and are eager to advance your career in a high-impact, innovative environment, we want to hear from you!

At Lockheed Martin, we value work-life balance, providing flexible work schedules and hybrid work options where possible. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package to help you lead a fulfilling and healthy life inside and outside of work. This role offers opportunities for continuous professional development, allowing you to grow your skills while contributing to mission-critical projects.

As an OpenCPI Engineer, you will be responsible for utilizing the OpenCPI framework to build, test, and optimize software-defined radio (SDR) systems and RF applications. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, providing expertise in system integration, testing, and performance optimization.

Key Responsibilities:

OpenCPI Framework Utilization – Undertake the development and integration of software-defined radio (SDR) systems using the OpenCPI framework.

System Design & Integration – Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and integrate RF communication systems, ensuring seamless operation within complex mission environments.

Test & Measurement – Implement test driven development strategies and consider testing throughout the development lifecycle of an application, leveraging OpenCPI for effective system verification and validation.

Software Optimization – Optimize the performance of OpenCPI-based systems, ensuring maximum efficiency and reliability.

Vulnerability & Security Analysis – Analyze and mitigate potential vulnerabilities within OpenCPI-based solutions.

Collaboration & Reporting – Work closely with engineering and customer teams, providing detailed reports on system performance, issues, and proposed solutions.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work on innovative solutions for both Lockheed Martin and our customers, delivering cutting-edge technology in the realm of RF communications and SDR systems.

If you are passionate about OpenCPI and want to leverage your expertise to contribute to innovative defence and cyber projects, we encourage you to apply. Join Lockheed Martin and help us shape the future of software-defined communication systems.

Apply now and become part of our team to drive impactful, innovative solutions that will shape the future of RF communications.

Required skills, qualifications and experience

Proven experience working with the OpenCPI framework, including system design, integration, and optimization.

Strong background in RF communications and software-defined radio (SDR) technologies.

Expertise in digital signal processing (DSP), RF algorithms, and embedded system development.

Proficient in C/C++ and/or VHDL for embedded applications

Familiarity with SDR architectures and chipsets

Desirable Skills

Evidence of previous OSP/BSP development

Familiarity with GnuRadio, Python and other SDR development tools

Experience working in Linux environments and using GitLab for version control.

Knowledge of mission system integration and field trial support.

Experience with real-time test and measurement, using tools such as vector signal analyzers.

Job Reference Number

16702BR

Employee Type

Full Time

Hours Per Week

37.5

Working Schedule

4xFlex

Country

United Kingdom (UK)

Clearance Required for Role

DV

Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?

No

What we offer you

At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.

We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off.

We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.
We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below:

Private Medical Insurance

Competitive Pension

Dental

Critical Illness

Life Assurance

Travel Insurance

Employee discounts for top high street shops

Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc

Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes

Reimbursement for a professional membership

Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave

Business Environment

Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) provides systems engineering, software development, training solutions and complex program management for global security, civil and commercial markets. Simply stated, our mission is to be the world’s leading global security and aerospace company. To achieve this mission, RMS draws on its core capabilities in advanced platforms and weapons, C4ISR, global sustainment, training and sensors.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact or call 023 92 458 000.

Job Expires

12/08/2025

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