Communications Engineer Job Atlanta area,Georgia USA,Engineering

Communications Engineer

Software Resources has an immediate, direct hire job opportunity for a Communications Engineer with a major organization in Atlanta, GA. Research, design, development and prototyping of communications equipment and systems. Utilizing experience and knowledge of end-to-end communications systems to architect client and robust communications systems including emerging software-defined radio platforms and other emerging commercial communication systems and advanced tactical networks. Establish key performance requirements for various target radios across multiple operating bands, environments and targeted applications.

Develop, implement, characterize and test leading-edge waveform and communications technologies enabling greater performance while enhancing EW capabilities through secure communications.

Key Responsibilities

Perform communication simulation development, system testing and characterization, debugging, modification / enhancement, and documentation
Develop and maintain kernel and user-level software and scripts
Contribute to technical reports and presentations

Additional Responsibilities

Conduct solution or system design synthesis translating objectives into requirements, and requirements into physical architectures for networks of high complexity
Contribute to the development of communications solutions including waveforms and networking concepts
Develop new capabilities and applications for 5G / 6G/ NextG systems
Understand and measure key performance requirements for various communications systems across multiple operating bands, environments and targeted applications
Create and analyze network protocols
Work with team members to develop AI/ML methods for controlling and optimizing the performance of 5G / 6G / FutureG systems
Capture and analyze information and metrics useful for observation of a communications system in order to assess and optimize communication system performance
Identify key performance indicators (KPI) useful for determining and measuring the benefits of specific communications system implementations
Investigate, develop, and document technology approaches and solutions that produce valuable objective findings and outcomes for internal and sponsored research programs. Recognize, communicate, and report on objective findings and their implications and value.
Develop, implement, characterize and test leading-edge waveform and communications technologies enabling greater performance while enhancing EW capabilities through robust, resilient, and secure communications.
Contribute to research reports, white papers, and competitive proposals
Work with project teams on technical aspects of research and system design including collaborating with multiple lab resources for system developments and deployments
Work with program leadership to execute activities and achieve milestones in pursuit of objectives
Provide guidance and mentoring to more junior research staff and student researchers in all research domains and activities.
Contribute to internal research and development programs supporting the division strategic vision

Required

Minimum Qualifications

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or related field
Experience in communication systems research or development
Understanding of communications theory related to radio frequency devices
Demonstrated recent experience in performing and/or leading research projects
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to operate effectively, maintain productivity, and make well-reasoned decisions despite incomplete information and requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Active Secret Clearance
3+ years of experience in developing communications platforms and solutions including adaptive control mechanisms
MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related field
Experience in developing advanced communication systems, implementing or designing waveforms, and integrating communication implementations on SDR platforms
Experience in adaptive communications systems research or development
Expertise in signal processing, modeling & simulation, machine learning, image, or control theory
Experience with electronic warfare threat systems
Experience with 5G/6G/FutureG cellular communications systems, technologies, and specifications, including ORAN
Expertise in signal processing, electromagnetics, modeling & simulation, machine learning / artificial intelligence, control theory
Proficiency in C/C++ software and systems design and implementation (C++11, C++20)
Proficiency with containerized software development, deployment, and security