Aerospace Embedded Network Engineer (RF/UAV)

Platform Aerospace; Hollywood (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform Aerospace in Hollywood, MD, is seeking an Embedded Network Engineer to design and validate network configurations for aircraft systems, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability.

The role involves developing driver code in C/C++, testing system behavior, documenting results, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet end-user requirements and specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Network Security, or related field with 2–5 years of related experience.
• Master's degree with 2 years related experience.
• Security clearance or the ability to obtain a clearance.
• Technical experience supporting hardware development utilizing antenna, RF, digital, and microelectronic technologies.
• Experience with coding and scripting languages (e.g., C++, C, Python, Arduino, MATLAB).
• Experience working with sensor payloads and aerospace development, production, or operations.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies and strong written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop network configurations for aircraft.
• Test network configurations for aircraft.
• Develop sub-programs and driver code in high-level programming languages (C++, C).
• Test and document system behavior, performance, and security.
• Test and develop new networking configurations.
• Monitor and analyze network usage and capacity for UAV systems.
• Collaborate with management, departments, and customers to identify end-user requirements and specifications.
• Design, write, and update system documentation and network diagrams.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot network architecture.
• Analyze existing hardware, software, and networking systems.
• Create and implement scalable networks according to specifications.
• Resolve technical issues involving networks, hardware, and software.
• Perform other duties as necessary and/or required.

Skills

C++

C

Python

Arduino

MATLAB

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Network Security, or related field

Master's degree in relevant field

Job description

Platform Aerospace in Hollywood, MD, is seeking an Embedded Network Engineer to design and validate network configurations for aircraft systems, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability.

The role involves developing driver code in C/C++, testing system behavior, documenting results, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet end-user requirements and specifications.