Principal Research & Development (R&D) Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Bonus Plans

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K with Company Match

10 Paid Holidays and generous PTO

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Parental & Family Leave

Job summary

Silvus Technologies is seeking a Principal Research & Development (R&D) Engineer to manage technical projects focused on wireless technology. The role includes overseeing design and simulation efforts and collaborating on projects with a team of engineers.

Candidates should possess a M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical or Computer Engineering with at least 10 years of experience in wireless system design. The position offers a hybrid schedule based in Los Angeles with a competitive salary of $180,000 – $250,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 10 years experience in wireless system design and development.
• 5 years technical project leadership experience.
• Experience completing the technology development cycle from design to field testing.

Responsibilities

• Manage R&D projects and programs with overall system design.
• Engage in customer-facing interactions and prepare technical materials.
• Supervise a team of engineers and participate in candidate screening.

Skills

Simulation and prototyping (C/C++, MATLAB, Python)

Radio frequency propagation

Signal processing algorithms

Wireless ad-hoc mesh networking

Technical writing

Education

M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Job description

Company Overview

Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications worldwide. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc.

Job Description

Principal Research & Development (R&D) Engineer – reports to the Vice President of Research & Development. The role involves planning, designing, implementing, prototyping, and verifying wireless technology projects. Position based at headquarters, West Los Angeles, CA, with a hybrid schedule (minimum 3 days onsite per week).

Role and Responsibilities

• Technical management of R&D projects and programs, including overall system design, requirement specification, schedule tracking, and hands‑on design, simulation, and verification work.
• Oversee simulation, software, FPGA, and testing efforts.
• Customer‑facing engagement and technical material preparation.
• Provide reports to management for strategic planning.
• Participate in R&D business development: whitepaper and proposal preparation, technology pitching, and engagement with government and industry.
• Collaborate on large team projects, set technology portfolio, and pipeline.
• Supervise a team of engineers, participate in job‑description drafting, and candidate screening/interviews.
• Travel as required for customer interactions and team meetings.
• Perform other related duties.

Required Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years experience in wireless system design and development.
• Minimum 5 years technical project leadership experience.
• Experience completing the technology development cycle from design to field testing.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Employment contingent upon background check and drug test clearance.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Simulation and prototyping (C/C++, MATLAB, Python, etc.).
• Radio frequency propagation, channel modeling, digital communication.
• Wireless ad‑hoc mesh networking, medium access, routing algorithms.
• Signal processing algorithms (MIMO, OFDM, beam‑nulling).
• Congested and contested spectrum management, interference mitigation.
• RF sensing and signal classification.
• Technical writing, proposal preparation, and presentation.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Office environment with occasional field tests.
• May involve lifting up to 20 lbs, bending, reaching, and occasional kneeling or squatting.

Compensation

$180,000 – $250,000 annually, based on experience.

Benefits

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays and generous PTO
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave

Travel and Relocation

• Travel 10‑25% of time.
• Relocation support available.

EEO Statement

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