Radar & RF Software Engineer — C/C++, Python, Embedded

Integration Innovation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 122,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

i3 is seeking a Software Engineer to support the Naval Research Laboratory, TEWD, focusing on C/C++ and Python software for radar and RF data acquisition and processing. The role includes embedded software development for fielded systems, data visualization, and cross-platform integration on Windows and Linux.

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s in a technical field and 3+ years of professional engineering experience, with strong C/C++ and Python skills, plus familiarity with radar

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a closely related technical field.
• 3+ years of professional engineering experience with strong core programming skills.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ software development for fielded systems and legacy codebase support.
• Proficiency in Python for scripting, data processing, analysis, and automation.
• Working experience in Linux and Windows development and test environments.
• Familiarity with radar and RF engineering concepts, measurement techniques, and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain C/C++ and Python software for radar and RF data acquisition, processing, analysis, automation, and test support.
• Develop and maintain embedded software for fielded systems and legacy codebases, including data ingestion, calibration, and visualization.
• Integrate software with laboratory and field instrumentation across Windows and Linux platforms (e.g., USB, TCP/IP, serial).
• Collaborate with systems engineers, test engineers, and program managers to translate requirements into testable software solutions.
• Produce technical documentation, test plans, and user guides, supporting lab, shipboard, and field test campaigns as needed.
• Adhere to security and programmatic requirements for handling classified information and controlled environments.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python scripting

Embedded software

Radar/RF concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Physics

Tools

GitLab

Job description

i3 is seeking a Software Engineer to support the Naval Research Laboratory, TEWD, focusing on C/C++ and Python software for radar and RF data acquisition and processing. The role includes embedded software development for fielded systems, data visualization, and cross-platform integration on Windows and Linux.

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s in a technical field and 3+ years of professional engineering experience, with strong C/C++ and Python skills, plus familiarity with radar