Embedded Software Defined Radio Engineer

Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Reference Code: S08-8964-01 Embedded Software Defined Radio Engineer General Dynamics C4 Systems' Communications Networks Division provides defense and government customers with radios and leading edge communications capabilities. Software Defined and Cognitive Radio technologies and standards have been pioneered here since the early 1990s and have positioned us as a world leader in defense communication systems of the future. We cover the full spectrum of communications, including widely fielded radio systems and products used for handheld, manpack, maritime and fixed site communications. Successes in Fleet Command & Control Systems, Air Traffic Control, Combat Search and Rescue, and Tactical Ground Force radio communications have made us a trusted provider of mission-specific communications solutions. Special emphasis is placed on development of communications technologies, real time software, leading edge component and future radio products for next-generation battlefields. The candidate is responsible for embedded SW development for a Software Defined Radio (SDR) and must be able to complete all phases of the software development life cycle including requirements, design, coding, integration, testing, documentation and peer reviews. The individual should have an understanding of processes consistent with managed software development and configuration management (CM) tools (i.e. ClearCase, ClearQuest). The candidate is expected to work in a team environment as well as independently and demonstrate quick comprehension of technical concepts coupled with effective written and verbal communication skills. It is desirable that the candidate has good analytical/problem solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot problems as they occur throughout the SW development life cycle. This position requires a BS in CpE/EE or equivalent experience with 3+ years of experience. Advanced dregrees a plus. Employee should possess the following: - Experience with RTOS (VxWorks), - Experience with the Visual C++ environment, - Proficient programming experience in C language and have experience in OO design (UML and CORBA experience a plus), - Ability to use lab equipment (emulators, O-scopes, logic analyzers, comm analyzers), - RF/Communications domain experience a plus, - Knowledge of software process and SEI/CMMI levels. Must communicate well and work with several different engineering functional areas. Knowledge of crypto equipment internals is a plus, - Experience with the Rational suite of software tools a plus. - Experience with military waveforms a plus.Employee must be a U.S citizen, and will be required to apply for a DOD Secret clearance and receive a COMSEC briefing.Must be able to travel 20% of the time. Applicant must be capable of obtaining a US Security Clearance. Applicant must be a US Citizen.  Submit Your Resume Online Now