Communications Engineer

Integrated Solutions for Systems (IS4S); Orlando, Niceville (FL, FL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled communications engineer to contribute to the development of innovative communication systems for unmanned airborne platforms. This role involves engaging in both low-level development and high-level system architecture design, requiring a blend of technical expertise and strong communication skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, bringing a proactive attitude to tackle complex challenges while ensuring the success of the team. Join a mission-driven organization where your contributions will have a significant impact on national security and technological advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience with tactical waveforms and software defined radios.
• Ability to obtain Secret level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in waveform design for SDRs.
• Oversee sub-contractor integration of government-owned waveforms.

Skills

Software Defined Radios (SDRs)

Datalinks

Embedded Software Development

RF Hardware Design

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Field

Master's Degree or Ph.D.

Tools

Link 16 Terminals

Job description

Description:

Location:
Roy/Clearfield/Layton/Ogden/Salt Lake City, UT / Lincoln, MA / Wash DC / Albuquerque, NM / Niceville, FL / Remote

At Integrated Solutions for Systems, Inc. (IS4S), our mission is to solve important technical challenges of national importance across a wide range of engineering and management solutions for our government, military, and commercial customers. We believe in delivering excellence in all that we do. We operate in an environment where doing the right thing is more important than profit, and our company is fully owned and operated by ethical, motivated employees. If this environment interests you, we welcome you to join our team.

Our IS4S Ogden, Utah location is seeking to hire an experienced communications engineer to support the development of a modular, open communication system for unmanned airborne platforms. We are looking for candidates who are self-starters, teachable, and able to learn new things as they work with others to solve challenging technical problems. Work varies from core, low-level development to high-level system architecture design that interacts with other DoD components.

Job Role(s):

This position will:

• Provide technical expertise in the design and porting of waveforms to software defined radios (SDRs)
• Provide technical expertise in the development of standards-based SDRs for the DoD
• Serve as a technical team member or task leader as required
• Oversee sub-contractor integration of government-owned waveforms that provide PHY, Link/MAC, and Network solutions
• Maintain and expand knowledge of relevant technology as assigned
• Participate in special projects as required

The successful candidate will have:

• A strong desire to contribute to overall team success
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• High proficiency and experience with datalinks

Required experience:

Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain an active Secret level security clearance. B.S. in a relevant field is required, M.S. or Ph.D. preferred. Prior experience with tactical waveforms, software defined radios, embedded software development, RF hardware design and testing is necessary. SMEs may be required to travel. Additional qualifications of interest include prior military datalink experience, familiarity with DoD open standards, proficiency with Link 16 terminals and tactical radios, modeling networks of waveforms, radio front end and antenna integration, and working within or with the DoD. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, proactive attitude, and ability to work independently are essential.