Principal R&D Engineer

Silvus; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Opportunities for technical development

Access to cutting-edge technology

Job summary

Silvus Technologies in Los Angeles is seeking a Principal R&D Engineer to oversee wireless technology projects. The role requires a minimum of 10 years in wireless systems design and a strong educational background in Electrical Engineering.

The engineer will manage R&D efforts, ensuring effective system design and project completion while collaborating closely with technical teams. A hybrid work schedule requires three days onsite per week.

Qualifications

• MS or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering field.
• 10 years of experience in wireless systems design and development.
• 5 years in technical project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage R&D projects and programs.
• Set and track development schedules and tasks.
• Conduct hands-on design and testing.

Skills

MS or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

10+ years in wireless systems design

Technical project leadership

Simulation and prototyping with C/C++, MATLAB, Python

Education

MS or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

C/C++

MATLAB

Python

Job description

THE COMPANY

Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications – on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments.

With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data.

Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Silvus is seeking a Principal R&D Engineer who will report to the Vice President of Research & Development on the R&D team. The successful individual in this role will oversee and participate in the planning, design, implementation, prototyping, and verification of wireless technology projects.

This position is based at Silvus Technologies’ headquarters in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles, CA, and is on a hybrid schedule. A minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Technical management of Research and Development projects and programs to include:
  • Responsibility for overall system design and requirement specification.
  • Setting and tracking development schedules and tasks.
  • Participating in the hands‑on design, simulation, and verification work.
  • Overseeing relevant simulation, software, FPGA, and testing efforts.
  • Customer‑facing engagement and technical material preparation when needed.
  • Reporting to management, as required for strategic planning and assessment.
• Participate in Research and Development business development and capture efforts to include:
  • Whitepaper and proposal preparation.
  • Understand current technology and pitch future enhancements and strategies.
  • Communicate (telephone/email/in-person) engagement with government and industry.
• Work collaboratively within the senior Research and Development team on the following:
  • Executing larger, team-wide projects.
  • Setting a comprehensive team-wide technology portfolio and pipeline.
  • Perform other related duties of which the above represent.
• Supervisory/Management Responsibilities
  • Supervise a team of engineers to fulfill functions or project needs.
  • Participate in the drafting of job descriptions and screening/interviewing engineering candidates.
• Travel Requirements – Infrequent travel to support customer interactions or test and demonstration events.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MS. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related communication and/or engineering technology field (i.e., wireless communications, signal processing, networking, RF design, etc.).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the design and development of wireless systems.
• 5 years of demonstrated experience in technical project leadership (i.e., principal investigator).
• Participation in the complete technology development cycle: design to field testing.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Simulation and prototyping software: C/C++, MATLAB, Python, etc.
• Radio frequency propagation, channel modeling, digital communication.
• Wireless ad-hoc mesh networking, medium access, and routing algorithms.
• Signal processing algorithms, MIMO, OFDM, beam‑nulling, etc.
• Cognitive radio congested and contested spectrum, interference mitigation.
• Radio frequency sensing, signal detection, classification, etc.
• Technical writing, proposal preparation, and technical presentation.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office environment.
• Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:
  • Lift equipment up to 20 lbs. for the set‑up of demonstrations and testing.
  • Perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves.
  • Kneeling or squatting to access lower shelves.
  • Walking/Moving in the labs.

COMPENSATION

The pay range is NOT a guarantee. It is based on market research and peer data, and will vary depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

CA Pay Range: $180,000 - $250,000 USD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

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