communication systems Engineer
Job Location:
Job Location:
Lexington County, SC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
3 hours ago
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Tittle: Communications Systems Engineer(onsite)
Location: Lexington MA.
Background:
The Group is involved in a synergistic combination of research proof-of-concept test beds and system engineering/application efforts focused on the goals of enhancing the capacity the robustness to interference and the flexibility of future generations of communications satellites as well as line-of-sight radio communications systems. Current research is concentrating on the design and performance of advanced communications waveforms the construction of flexible adaptive wideband frequency plans robust acquisition and tracking techniques dynamic resource-allocation protocols and advanced networking strategies.
Promising research results are verified in hardware/software proof-of-concept implementations that provide quantitative performance data as well as complexity information. The groups system engineering activities apply new concepts and technologies to specific communications programs in the national interest.
The Integration & Test Engineer will work in a laboratory team environment to design develop and execute operational scripts and unit tests for use in wireless communications systems such as communication satellite payloads and associated ground terminals. The individual will identify key requirements create test plans and apply a strong programming and scripting skillset to implement system- and unit-level tests. The individual will be responsible for troubleshooting system issues by applying a working knowledge of system architecture including software firmware and RF components to identify root cause for system failures. They will also lead the hands-on diagnosis of issues which arise during the integration and testing process and work closely with software firmware and hardware teams to identify and remedy issues. Ideally the individual will be able to travel to provide on-site support for fielded test equipment approximately 3-6 weeks per year (domestic travel).
The engineer will support Lincoln technical staff in testing and maintaining test assets used in the development of satellite communications systems.
Required Skills:
The engineer should be able to apply programming skills to efficiently implement test procedures and troubleshoot system operation
The engineer should be skilled in both system test planning and test execution.
A strong background in and experience with Python and Bash
Proficiency with the Linux operating system
Experience with test equipment automation
Demonstration of strong communication skills both oral and written.
The candidate must be willing to work in a team environment and learn new skills.
Preferred Skills:
C/C programming
Recent experience debugging issues and resolving anomalies in a system test environment
Open to using modern AI-assisted coding and testing tools to accelerate scripting and automation
Familiarity with data analysis and plotting
Embedded programming experience
Fluent with Wireshark and TCP/IP basics
Signal processing experience including: MATLAB DSP digital communications link budgets
Experience with FPGA boards including VHDL exposure
DevOps experience including CI/CD GIT automated build and test
Experience with communication theory and communication system design
Experience with end-to-end system integration verification and automated testing of RF communication links
Understanding of link budget analysis and overall system architecture for wireless or satellite communications
US Citizenship is required due to nature of the work.
Location: Lexington MA.
Background:
The Group is involved in a synergistic combination of research proof-of-concept test beds and system engineering/application efforts focused on the goals of enhancing the capacity the robustness to interference and the flexibility of future generations of communications satellites as well as line-of-sight radio communications systems. Current research is concentrating on the design and performance of advanced communications waveforms the construction of flexible adaptive wideband frequency plans robust acquisition and tracking techniques dynamic resource-allocation protocols and advanced networking strategies.
Promising research results are verified in hardware/software proof-of-concept implementations that provide quantitative performance data as well as complexity information. The groups system engineering activities apply new concepts and technologies to specific communications programs in the national interest.
The Integration & Test Engineer will work in a laboratory team environment to design develop and execute operational scripts and unit tests for use in wireless communications systems such as communication satellite payloads and associated ground terminals. The individual will identify key requirements create test plans and apply a strong programming and scripting skillset to implement system- and unit-level tests. The individual will be responsible for troubleshooting system issues by applying a working knowledge of system architecture including software firmware and RF components to identify root cause for system failures. They will also lead the hands-on diagnosis of issues which arise during the integration and testing process and work closely with software firmware and hardware teams to identify and remedy issues. Ideally the individual will be able to travel to provide on-site support for fielded test equipment approximately 3-6 weeks per year (domestic travel).
The engineer will support Lincoln technical staff in testing and maintaining test assets used in the development of satellite communications systems.
Required Skills:
The engineer should be able to apply programming skills to efficiently implement test procedures and troubleshoot system operation
The engineer should be skilled in both system test planning and test execution.
A strong background in and experience with Python and Bash
Proficiency with the Linux operating system
Experience with test equipment automation
Demonstration of strong communication skills both oral and written.
The candidate must be willing to work in a team environment and learn new skills.
Preferred Skills:
C/C programming
Recent experience debugging issues and resolving anomalies in a system test environment
Open to using modern AI-assisted coding and testing tools to accelerate scripting and automation
Familiarity with data analysis and plotting
Embedded programming experience
Fluent with Wireshark and TCP/IP basics
Signal processing experience including: MATLAB DSP digital communications link budgets
Experience with FPGA boards including VHDL exposure
DevOps experience including CI/CD GIT automated build and test
Experience with communication theory and communication system design
Experience with end-to-end system integration verification and automated testing of RF communication links
Understanding of link budget analysis and overall system architecture for wireless or satellite communications
US Citizenship is required due to nature of the work.
