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Firmware Engineer

Relative DynamicsLaurel, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted 19 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

You will have the opportunity to shape the future of global internet access by developing cutting-edge firmware for revolutionary optical communication terminals, leveraging your DSP and communication theory expertise in a collaborative, hybrid environment. This role offers significant career growth and the chance to contribute to groundbreaking technology within a reputable company.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

At Relative Dynamics we value knowledge as a process rather than knowledge as an answer. Founded in 2011 our goal is to define the new space era by continuously pushing the boundaries of engineering models services and technology development. Visit us at ;/strong>

Relative Dynamics is developing free-space optical communication internet terminals for high-altitude platforms and Low Earth Orbiting (LEO) spacecraft. Our mission is to enable commercial world-wide internet access.

As a Firmware Engineer, you are part of a cross-functional team developing optical terminal hardware. This position requires a background in digital signal processing (DSP) and communication theory.

What You'll Get to Do:

Responsibilities:
  • Close collaboration with optical, mechanical, and electrical engineers to define free-space optical communication system requirements and solutions.
  • Develop algorithms, code and hardware and firmware for RDI IRAD and SBIR projects.
  • The ideal candidate will have experience leading or contributing to multiple product development efforts, projects, and initiatives.

What You'll Need:

Required:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in electrical or computer engineering, or relevant field and/or experience.
  • 5+ years experience working in firmware design.
  • C++, VHDL, Verilog, bare metal expertise.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Desired:
  • Communication system experience.
  • Aerospace experience.

What You Won't Do:
  • Feel stuck as we offer great opportunities to advance and learn
  • Feel like a number as we're a close-knit bunch and always have each other's backs

Who You Are:
  • A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
  • A quick learner who is always ready to gain depth of knowledge
  • A reliable worker who knows the importance of showing up when it counts
  • Accept assignments with open cooperative positive and team-oriented attitudes
  • Able to plan and execute plans across teams
  • Effective communicator both written and verbal

What You'll Enjoy:
  • Competitive wage and benefits package
  • Medical, dental, vision and life/disability insurance
  • Vacation and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Great 401k with company match
  • Employee referral program
  • Community involvement investing and giving back to the community

Relative Dynamics conducts a comprehensive background check that includes drug testing. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.

Skills

C++
VHDL
Verilog

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