Senior Mesh Network and MAC
Core
Architect and implement MAC protocols, routing algorithms, and dynamic TDMA schedules for directional multi-node mesh systems to enable high-bandwidth video and control links between mobile platforms and ground control stations.
Role type
Senior IC embedded systems engineer (mesh networking)
Builds
Resilient multi-hop relay networks for tactical mobile platforms
Domain
Defense/Tactical Communications + Wireless Networking
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
MAC protocol design, routing algorithm development, TDMA scheduling, Linux kernel networking stack debugging, embedded systems live debugging, wireless propagation physics, multi-node hardware-in-the-loop testing
Preferred skills
Open-source routing protocols (batman-adv, olsrd, Babel), mmWave backhaul systems, directional-beamforming technologies, experience at tactical mesh vendors (Silvus, Persistent Systems, TrellisWare, Saab, Bittium)
Technologies
Linux kernel, embedded systems, mmWave, directional beamforming
Responsibilities
Design and ship mesh networking protocols for commercial or defense products, develop dynamic TDMA schedules and beam coordination mechanisms, build and maintain multi-node hardware-in-the-loop testbeds, perform live debugging of Linux networking on embedded systems
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC