OpenCPI Engineer

Lockheed Martin; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Hybrid work options

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Gloucester is seeking an experienced OpenCPI Engineer to design, develop and deploy RF/SDR systems across defence programmes. You will work on OpenCPI-based solutions, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to mission-critical projects at our Gloucester site.

The role offers hybrid working where possible, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for continuous professional development in cutting-edge software-defined communications.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with OpenCPI framework across SDR/RF systems.
• Strong background in RF communications and SDR technologies.
• Expertise in DSP, RF algorithms and embedded development.
• Proficient in C/C++ and/or VHDL for embedded apps.

Responsibilities

• Utilise the OpenCPI framework to build SDR/RF applications.
• Design, integrate and test RF systems with cross-functional teams.
• Implement test-driven development and performance verification.
• Optimize software performance and mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with engineering and customers, reporting on system performance.

Skills

RF communications

Software-defined radio

DSP

Embedded development

C/C++

Tools

OpenCPI framework

VHDL

Linux

GitLab

GnuRadio

Python

Job description

Long Description

We're 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, Join Lockheed Martin and help us shape the future of software-defined communication systems.

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

Desired 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.