OpenCPI Lead Software Engineer

Lockheed Martin; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Gloucester is seeking an experienced OpenCPI Lead Software Engineer to join our defence and RF systems team. You will guide the design, development, and deployment of OpenCPI-based SDR solutions on mission-critical programmes.

You'll lead cross-functional efforts, mentor junior engineers, and drive technical standards while leveraging hybrid working options and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience as a senior/lead developer using the OpenCPI framework, including the development of OSPs, components, applications and tests.
• Strong background in RF communications and software-defined radio technologies & architectures.
• Expertise in digital signal processing, algorithm or payload development, and embedded system design.

Responsibilities

• OpenCPI Framework Utilization – Lead the development and integration of SDR systems using OpenCPI framework.
• System Design & Integration – Be SME within cross-functional team designing and integrating RF communication systems.
• Test & Measurement – Implement test-driven development strategies and verify systems using OpenCPI.
• Technical Leadership – Mentor junior engineers, lead design reviews, and evolve technical standards.
• Consultation – Interact daily with other teams and stakeholders for overall success.
• Innovation – Push OpenCPI development with AI/ML tooling and hybrid cloud compute environments.
• Collaboration & Reporting – Work with engineering and customer teams, report on performance and issues.

Skills

OpenCPI framework

RF communications

Digital signal processing

Embedded systems

C/C++

Python

VHDL

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for an experienced

We are looking for an experienced OpenCPI Lead Software 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.

You'll be the technical expert building the next wave of National Security and defence-grade RF cyber capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• OpenCPI Framework Utilization – Lead the development and integration of software-defined radio (SDR) systems using the OpenCPI framework.
• System Design & Integration – Be the subject matter expert within a cross-functional team designing and integrating 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.
• Technical Leadership – Mentor junior engineers, lead design reviews, act in the capacity of subject matter expert, and take ownership of the evolution of our technical standards.
• Consultation – You'll interact directly with other teams and stakeholders on a daily basis in order to ensure the wider success of our clients and partners
• Innovation – Continue our efforts to push the boundaries of OpenCPI development using the latest AI/ML tooling and hybrid cloud compute environments enabling our growth to outpace our team size.
• 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.

Security Clearance

This role requires you to be able to obtain and maintain eDV security clearance.

You don't need to hold eDV clearance when you apply. If you don't currently have it, We'll support you through the application process.

to help us shape the future of RF Cyber at Lockheed Martin.

Required Skills, Qualifications, And Experience

It is expected that you can evidence significant experience in one of the following:

• Working as a senior or lead developer using the OpenCPI framework, including the development of OSPs, components, applications and tests
• Strong background in RF communications and software-defined radio technologies & architectures
• Expertise in digital signal processing, algorithm or payload development, and embedded system design
• Proficient in C/C++ and/or VHDL for embedded applications, and additionally with Python

Desired Skills

• EW or SIGINT capability development (including RF waveform and protocol vulnerability analysis)
• FPGA/RFSOC development experience and proficiency in VHDL (or Verilog)
• Familiarity with GnuRadio, MatLab, AMD EDF or other SDR development tools
• Commercial and Military communications stacks and modem development (e.g IEEE 802.x, COFDM, Satcoms, or Link 16)
• Working in AWS and CICD pipelined environments, especially with GitLab and Linux
• Real-time test and measurement, using tools such as vector signal analyzers
• Leading technical projects, budgets and teams