Communications Software Engineer
Core
Lead the architecture, integration, and deployment of resilient tactical communications systems enabling autonomous precision strike capabilities.
Role type
Senior IC systems engineer (tactical communications)
Builds
Secure, resilient tactical datalinks and SATCOM capabilities for the Anthem munition system
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / RF Engineering
Required skills
RF Engineering, Software Engineering, embedded systems, S-band communications, waveform optimization, link budget analysis, electronic warfare resilience, software-defined radios (SDRs), tactical networking protocols, distributed mesh networking, system integration, RF troubleshooting
Preferred skills
AFATDS/AXS integration, Link 16/VMF standards, autonomous weapons systems, Space Force architectures, Special Access Programs (SAP) (via careerplan.io/jobs/3B-00F-94-F6D-communications-software-engineer-at-covenant-industries)
Technologies
S-band, SATCOM, Software-defined radios (SDRs), mesh networking, GCS interfaces
Responsibilities
Design and optimize tactical communications architectures; Develop resilient SATCOM capabilities connecting airborne assets to Ground Control Stations; Architect S-band inter-munition communications for autonomous mesh networking; Integrate SDRs, RF subsystems, and networking protocols into production hardware; Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams; Support system integration, field testing, and live-fire events; Partner with DoD stakeholders for interoperability
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC