Software Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer

Software Engineer

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Clearance Level: Must be US Citizen and able to obtain an Active Secret/Top Secret Clearance. Active Clearance is preferred.

At Aquila Technology, you will see our team’s passion every day, whether we are building a robust, policy-compliant IT system or stress‑testing a system to identify gaps and security vulnerabilities. To own the advantage, we ensure our team owns results and gets the work done right the first time by deploying smart, purposeful solutions that work. Aquila is the right people with the right skills driving the right outcomes.

We call this the Aquila Advantage.

Aquila Technology is seeking a Software Engineer to join our team in supporting one of the country’s premier defense research organizations.

The Communications Systems Engineer will work in a 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 strong programming and scripting skills 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 2-3 weeks per year (domestic travel), but not required.

The engineer will support technical staff in testing and maintaining test assets used in the development of satellite communications systems.

• Must be a U.S Citizen
  - Authorized to Work in the US - Must be able to obtain an Active Secret/Top Secret/ Clearance (Green Cards / Visas DO NOT qualify)
• Willingness to undergo a comprehensive background investigation and maintain a personal security clearance. (Aquila would sponsor you for the security clearance.)
• Must be within 100 miles from Lexington, Massachusetts.

• Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree
• 5 years - Software/Algorithm Development
• 3 years - Resilient Communications, Command, and Control Algorithms
• 5 years - Program/Project Management OR Analysis
• 5 years - Software Documentation
• 5 years - Development experience on a Linux platform
• 5 years - Python and Bash scripting
• 5 years - Software Design/Development
• 5 years - Embedded systems
• 5 years - Experience with Embedded Linux
• 5 years - Hardware and Software Integration

• Programming
• C/C++ Programming
• GIT/GITHUB
• RF/Microwave
• RF Systems
• Signal Processing
• Software Tools
• Automated Build/Test environment (e.g., Bamboo)
• Systems
• Communication Systems
• Install, configure, and support primarily RHEL virtualization platforms

• 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 familiarity with C/C++
• Experience with the Linux operating system
• Demonstration of strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• The candidate must be willing to work in a team environment and learn new skills.

• Recent experience debugging issues and resolving anomalies in a system test environment
• Fluent in using Wireshark, MATLAB, VHDL, and other programming languages and software necessary in the automation and testing of signal processing systems.
• Understanding of RF, networking, FPGA boards, digital signal processing, digital communications, hardware design, software engineering, and computer architecture.
• Experience with communication theory and communication system design

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