Sr. Communications Systems Engineer

Bachelor’s degree or greater in electrical engineering, computer science, aerospace engineering, or equivalent industry experience
8+ years of professional experience in the design, integration, and testing of data links for remotely operated systems (UAVs, spacecraft, etc)
Expertise in developing communication systems for high reliability, from requirements definition to implementation and verification
Demonstrated self-starter with the ability to troubleshoot and solve technical problems pertaining to radio frequency communication networks
Ability to work well independently and cross-functionally across multiple organizations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Design robust digital communication links that provide voice and data services for unmanned aircraft systems
Analyze, develop, and implement creative solutions including satellite and terrestrial-based radio frequency communication networks
Drive the communication system architecture from cradle to grave
Create models and simulations of RF links and networks
Work with network providers to negotiate and validate service level agreements
Test communications equipment on the ground and in-flight
Establish the technologies, internal processes, and business relationships that facilitate a new generation of communication for autonomy in civil aviation

Professional flight experience or in-depth understanding of operations in the National Airspace System
Demonstrated understanding of aviation digital data link technologies (e.g. CPDLC)
Experience with integration and test of wireless communication systems for high assurance applications
Strong understanding of networking standards (e.g. UDP/IP, IP tunneling) and best practices related to network security
Familiarity with digital signal processing techniques for wireless communication (e.g. QPSK, QAM, OFDM, FEC)
Experience with safety-critical software engineering processes