Senior Systems Engineer – Communication & Sensing Systems with Security Clearance

Join a small fast paced team within the Government Space and Emerging Technologies group as a Senior Systems Engineer. In this role, you will:

• Lead system-level design and analysis for advanced communication and sensing systems, ensuring robust performance across diverse mission scenarios.
• Develop and validate algorithms for signal processing, control theory, and system optimization, supporting both communication and sensing applications.
• Drive waveform design and adaptation, enabling innovative solutions for emerging technologies and mission-critical requirements.
• Collaborate across disciplines-including systems engineering (requirements), firmware, software, and integration & test-to deliver fully integrated solutions from concept through deployment.

Responsibilities: You'll be at the center of algorithmic development and system integration for complex systems. Your responsibilities will include:

• Translating mission objectives into technical solutions, ensuring alignment with system requirements and performance goals.
• Implementing algorithms in firmware and software, bridging theoretical models with practical deployment.
• Participating in system bring-up and integration, troubleshooting and optimizing performance during hardware/software integration phases.
• Partnering with analysis and requirements teams to maintain consistency and traceability throughout the development lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master's or Ph. D.) in Electrical or Computer Engineering, with emphasis on Control Theory, Signal Processing, and/or Digital Communications.
• 10+ years of experience in algorithmic system design, modeling, and deployment for complex systems.
• Proficiency in programming (C++, C, MATLAB, Python) for algorithm development and simulation.
• Deep expertise in RF systems and waveform design, including trade studies and performance analysis.
• Strong communication skills, capable of delivering technical briefings and collaborating across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to perform system-level analysis, translating high-level requirements into actionable technical designs.
• Organizational and leadership skills, managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Active US Secret or Top Secret clearance, and willingness to travel up to 25%.