RF Engineer III

Scientific Research Corporation, 1101 Remount Rd Ste 500, North Charleston, SC 29406

Job Description:

The Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic is seeking skilled engineers to support the research, development, testing, and evaluation of technologies enhancing Naval SIGINT programs. The role involves designing software-defined RF pipelines, developing GNU Radio flow graphs, and optimizing DSP algorithms to ensure Navy sensors effectively counter emerging threats.

Responsibilities:

• Design and build software-defined RF pipelines for real-time maritime environments.
• Develop GNU Radio flow graphs and custom OOT blocks, integrating SDR front-ends and ensuring robust metadata handling.
• Implement and optimize DSP algorithms in Python and C/C++, focusing on throughput and latency targets.
• Conduct R&D prototyping to evaluate emerging RF/DSP techniques and transition successful capabilities into Programs of Record (PORs).
• Perform modeling, performance analysis, and root-cause investigations for software signal chains.
• Support the RDT&E of innovative technology for Navy SIGINT systems.
• Provide on-site engineering support for the SSEE Family of Systems and other SIGINT/IO/EW/CSO Systems.
• Identify and orchestrate the integration of innovative technology within the community.
• Provide systems engineering support across various hardware types, including RF assemblies and digital signal processors.
• Evaluate vendor capabilities for required products and services.
• Analyze and generate engineering schematics and change notices.
• Perform hardware design and RF system analysis.
• Support the integration of novel solutions into existing Programs of Record.
• Conduct self-directed research and troubleshoot existing systems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (BSEE) or computer engineering (ECE/CmpE/CompE).
• Minimum five years of experience in electrical and/or computer system engineering.

Skills:

• Hands-on experience with GNU Radio flow graphs and SDR processing chains.
• Strong development skills in Python and C/C++ for RF/DSP algorithms.
• Experience with RF assemblies, power supplies, FPGAs, and embedded architectures.
• Creative problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with digital and RF test equipment, including signal generators and spectrum analyzers.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

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