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Software Engineer SWE 2

Frederick, MD

Experience with Software-Defined Radio (SDR) programming * Experience with geospatial processing * Experience coding 2D and 3D image displays * Experience with GitLab, GitHub, or similar version ...

Maxtena Inc

DSP Engineer

Germantown, MD

$145K - $169K/yr

... on Software Defined Radio (SDR) technologies within multi-element antenna topologies. Key Responsibilities * Design, develop, and optimize FPGA and ASIC-based digital signal processing systems for ...

Specter

RF Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

The Role Specter is hiring a Lead RF Engineer to lead the design and development of our modular software-defined radio (SDR) architecture - the communications backbone for our distributed sensing ...

Maxtena Inc

FPGA Engineer

Germantown, MD

$132K - $169K/yr

Working with teams of software and hardware engineers to design custom RF communications systems for a Software Defined Radio * Designing and implementing waveform, signal detection, and feature ...

Maxtena Inc

DSP Engineer

Germantown, MD · On-site

$145K - $169K/yr

... on Software Defined Radio (SDR) technologies within multi-element antenna topologies. Key Responsibilities * Design, develop, and optimize FPGA and ASIC-based digital signal processing systems for ...

Maxtena Inc

DSP Engineer

Germantown, MD · On-site

$145K - $169K/yr

... on Software Defined Radio (SDR) technologies within multi-element antenna topologies. Key Responsibilities * Design, develop, and optimize FPGA and ASIC-based digital signal processing systems for ...

Maxtena Inc

FPGA Engineer

Germantown, MD · On-site

$132K - $169K/yr

Working with teams of software and hardware engineers to design custom RF communications systems for a Software Defined Radio * Designing and implementing waveform, signal detection, and feature ...

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How do software radios work?

An Overnight Software Defined Radio (SDR) works by replacing traditional hardware components with software algorithms that process radio signals. It uses a computer or embedded system to perform tasks like tuning, demodulation, and decoding, allowing flexible and programmable radio operation. Skills in digital signal processing and familiarity with radio protocols are essential for managing and optimizing SDR performance.

What can I do with a software-defined radio?

An Overnight Software Defined Radio (SDR) operator can use SDR technology to receive and analyze a wide range of radio signals, including amateur radio, broadcast, and experimental transmissions. Skills in signal processing, programming, and understanding radio protocols are essential for tasks such as spectrum monitoring, signal decoding, and developing custom applications. SDRs are versatile tools for research, communication, and hobbyist projects in the radio frequency environment.

What jobs use signal processing?

Jobs such as Overnight Software Defined Radio specialists, RF engineers, and communications engineers use signal processing to analyze, filter, and interpret radio signals. These roles often require knowledge of digital signal processing (DSP), programming skills, and tools like MATLAB or LabVIEW to develop and optimize radio systems and communication protocols.

What is the difference between Overnight Software Defined Radio vs Satellite Communications Technician?

AspectOvernight Software Defined RadioSatellite Communications Technician
CredentialsKnowledge of SDR software, RF principles, possibly certifications in radio or electronicsFCC licenses, satellite communication certifications, technical training
Work EnvironmentRemote or on-site, involving radio system setup, testing, and troubleshootingField and technical labs, installing and maintaining satellite systems
Industry UsageMilitary, defense, research, and communications sectorsTelecommunications, satellite service providers, government agencies

While both roles involve advanced radio and communication technologies, Overnight Software Defined Radio specialists focus on configuring and testing SDR systems, often in research or defense contexts. Satellite Communications Technicians primarily install, maintain, and repair satellite systems. Both require technical skills and certifications but differ in their specific applications and environments.

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Wireless Communications Senior Design Engineer

Wireless Communications Senior Design Engineer

Maxtena Inc

Germantown, MD • On-site

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Salary:

As a Wireless Communications Senior Design Engineer, you will be responsible for design, development, and optimization of advanced signal processing algorithms. Your work will include designing waveforms and signal detection/demodulation methods for RF communications systems and developing firmware for field-programmable gate array (FPGA) of wireless modem products based on Software Defined Radio (SDR) technologies.

The position is based in Germantown, MD.

YOUR WORK AT MAXTENA WILL INCLUDE:


  • Working with teams of software and hardware engineers to design custom RF communications systems for a Software Defined Radio

  • Designing and implementing waveform, signal detection, and feature extraction algorithms in firmware/software

  • Working at the physical layer to design waveforms and signal detection/demodulation methods that can be used in custom RF communications systems

  • Further Development of proven prototypes to a deployment standard

  • Building system solutions from algorithms by transitioning them from simulations to instantiations on FPGA platforms

  • Proposing verification methodologies and support the validation and testing of the implemented capabilities

  • Documenting the design, implementation, and test processes, and present the technical results to product teams and senior leadership

  • Development of Software/Firmware prototypes in an agile environment

  • Testing of solutions, including lab and field testing

  • Support demonstration of solutions

IDEAL CANDIDATE:


  • Must be a U.S. Citizen with an ability to obtain a Secret clearance

  • 5+ years of experience with wireless system modem implmentations

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent, Master's degrees prefered.

  • Lab integration / test / debug with Logic Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes

  • Knowledge of existing cellular, satellite or WiFI standards.

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills including concise presentation skills

DESIRED EXPERIECE:


  • Demonstrated ability to design waveforms and use signal processing techniques for RF communication systems in real-world environments

  • Demonstrated experience with developing algorithms using scripting languages such as MATLAB

  • Demonstrated experience with FPGA implementation and testbench design with VHDL, Verilog, and SystemVerilog

  • Experience with baseband firmware and hardware component selection

  • Familiarity with Xilinx design process flow and tools (Vivado, Xilink SDK)

  • Experience with C, C++ and developing for embedded targets

  • Experience with software defined radio architectures and experience prototyping and testing communications systems using open source SDR tools such as GNU Rad

Maxtena is an Equal Opportunity Employer.