Principal Research & Development (R&D) Engineer
Core
Oversee and participate in the planning, design, implementation, prototyping, and verification of wireless technology projects for mission-critical MANET and MIMO communications systems.
Role type
Principal Research & Development Engineer (Wireless Systems)
Builds
Advanced mesh network radios and proprietary waveforms for defense, law enforcement, and public safety agencies
Domain
Defense and Public Safety / Wireless Communications / RF Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
System design and requirement specification, Technical project leadership, Simulation and verification, FPGA development, Team supervision, Strategic planning and assessment, Business development and proposal preparation
Preferred skills
C/C++, MATLAB, Python, Radio frequency propagation and channel modeling, Digital communication algorithms, Wireless ad-hoc mesh networking, Signal processing algorithms (MIMO, OFDM, beam-nulling), Cognitive radio and interference mitigation, Radio frequency sensing and classification, Technical writing and presentation
Technologies
C/C++, MATLAB, Python, FPGA, MANET, MIMO, OFDM
Responsibilities
Manage R&D projects and programs, Design and specify wireless systems, Lead simulation and verification efforts, Supervise engineering teams, Engage with government and industry stakeholders, Prepare technical proposals and whitepapers
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with management responsibilities
