CPI Engineer

Open CPI Engineer | RF communications and SDR systems| Gloucester | c £80K | Requires Security Clearance

We are looking for an experienced OpenCPI Engineer to join the growing team in Gloucester. This exciting opportunity allows you to work on a variety of Defence, Cyber, and Intelligence programmes, contributing to the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge RF systems. If you have hands-on experience with the OpenCPI framework and are eager to advance your career in a high-impact, innovative environment, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

OpenCPI Framework Utilization – Undertake the development and integration of software-defined radio (SDR) systems using the OpenCPI framework.
System Design & Integration – Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and integrate RF communication systems, ensuring seamless operation within complex mission environments.
Test & Measurement – Implement test driven development strategies and consider testing throughout the development lifecycle of an application, leveraging OpenCPI for effective system verification and validation.
Software Optimization – Optimize the performance of OpenCPI-based systems, ensuring maximum efficiency and reliability.
Vulnerability & Security Analysis – Analyze and mitigate potential vulnerabilities within OpenCPI-based solutions.
Collaboration & Reporting – Work closely with engineering and customer teams, providing detailed reports on system performance, issues, and proposed solutions

Required Skills

Proven experience working with the OpenCPI framework, including system design, integration, and optimization.
Strong background in RF communications and software-defined radio (SDR) technologies.
Expertise in digital signal processing (DSP), RF algorithms, and embedded system development.
Proficient in C/C++ and/or VHDL for embedded applications
Familiarity with SDR architectures and chipsets

Desirable Skills
Evidence of previous OSP/BSP development
Familiarity with Gnu Radio, Python and other SDR development tools
Experience working in Linux environments and using Git Lab for version control.
Knowledge of mission system integration and field trial support.

Experience with real-time test and measurement, using tools such as vector signal analyzers.

You will require eDV Security Clearance, and have been born in the UK, to start this role

Salary and Benefits

Salary circa  £80,000
4-day working week / 9 day fortnight
Competitive pension scheme
Bupa healthcare includes family and Dental
Critical Illness cover
Life Assurance
Travel Insurance
Employee discounts for top high street shops
Internal and External training and development
Reimbursement for a professional membership

This is exciting and meaningful work providing the opportunity to contribute to national security and innovation