Senior Embedded Software Engineer

About the role

The Systems Development Division (SDD) delivers technology advantage into users’ hands by delivering capabilities focused on end-customer needs that function in operationally relevant environments and timeframes. SDD considers the entire lifecycle of the solution, from conceptualization and architecting, through development, to deployment, while leveraging novel technologies to deliver first-of-a-kind systems. Current efforts include programs for airborne and space RF as well as advanced testing enabled by multi-function, multi-modal capabilities.

SDD is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of real-time processing solutions in software for advanced multi-function Radar systems. You will collaborate with fellow researchers and engineers on multi-disciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions related to exploration and demonstration of Radar and EW/RF convergence. The products you develop need to meet standards of quality, maintainability, and reuse, as they are deployed in operationally relevant environments.

Responsibilities

• Support and/or lead development of innovative radar/EW systems through implementation of digital signal processing (DSP).
• Architect, design, direct, and implement cutting-edge embedded software in multi-function, deliverable/deployable systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and/or develop system requirements and specifications.
• Research, understand, and lead new embedded software implementations; identify new technical approaches and work with leadership to create/refine technology/product roadmaps.
• Effectively use tools to create, evaluate, and document solutions and clearly communicate the solution to the team, management, and customers.
• Design and implement signal processing and software solutions.
• Conduct performance analysis through simulations and real-world testing to validate and optimize system performance.
• Prepare documentation, design specifications, test plans, and reports.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and stakeholders to convey technical concepts and project updates.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership.

Requirements

• Active SECRET security clearance with eligibility to obtain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
• Demonstrated expertise implementing real-time signal processing solutions in C++ (C++17 or later).
• Demonstrated knowledge of accelerated signal processing.
• Applicable understanding of and experience with Radar systems and their principles of design, development, requirements verification, test planning, test execution, and data analysis.
• Experience with algorithm implementation in software for real-time systems, especially radar and/or remote sensing.
• Experience with Xilinx MPSoC and/or RFSoC platforms.
• Experience in preparing and delivering briefings, familiarity with the execution of technical reviews (SRRs, PDRs, CDRs, TIMS).
• Capable of working in a team environment and interacting with team members to ensure effective communication and alignment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 7 years of applicable experience; Master’s degree and at least 5 years of applicable experience; or PhD and at least 2 years of applicable experience. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• 5 years of C/C++ development experience.
• Embedded Linux development experience.

Skills

Nice to have:

• Expertise in radar simulation tools (MATLAB).
• Active Top Secret clearance.
• Applicable knowledge of target detection.
• Applicable domain experience in one or more of the following areas: Electronic Warfare, Antenna Apertures, Sensor Resource Management, Large-Scale Platform Test Systems, Cyber Physical Systems, Open System Architectures (UCI, OMS, COARPS).

Pay

Full-Time Salary Range: $138,000 - $180,000. The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.

About the company

STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.

STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.