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CAE · 3 months ago

Communications Systems Engineer

Binghamton - Industrial Park - L3

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$144K/yr - $168K/yr

8+ years exp

CAE is a leader in simulation solutions that train pilots and maintenance personnel for safe missions. As a Communications Systems Engineer, you will design, develop, and maintain advanced communication systems for flight and mission simulators, ensuring reliable interactions for pilot training. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate modern technologies and troubleshoot communication systems.

AerospaceEnterprise SoftwareInformation TechnologySecuritySimulationTechnical Support

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain communication systems for flight and mission simulators, ensuring reliable and high-performance voice, data, and network interactions to train pilots for safe mission outcomes

Work on legacy communication systems critical to simulator functionality, driving modernization through enhancements and new features while ensuring maintenance, optimization, and stability

Integrate advanced communication technologies, such as software-defined radios (SDRs) and/or satellite communications, with existing legacy simulator platforms to deliver secure, reliable and realistic training environments for mission-critical pilot operations

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software and hardware engineers, to integrate communication systems with simulator hardware, ensuring seamless operation for real-time, mission-critical applications

Develop and optimize communication protocols and algorithms to ensure robust performance in real-time simulation environments

Participate in system design reviews and cross-functional brainstorming to drive innovation in communication systems within a disciplined development process

Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in legacy and real-time communication systems, ensuring simulators meet the highest standards for pilot training

Make a global impact by building communication systems that empower pilots and defense personnel to train effectively and return safely from their missions

Qualification

Communications systems engineeringSoftware-defined radios (SDRs)Communication protocolsReal-time systemsAgile/Scrum methodologiesProblem-solving skillsTeam collaborationFlexibility

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Communications Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

8+ years of professional experience in communications systems engineering, with a focus on developing and maintaining mission-critical or real-time communication systems

Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for ensuring reliability and performance of communication systems in high-stakes training environments

Expertise in communication protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, VoIP) and technologies such as software-defined radios (SDRs), RF systems, or satellite communications

Must be able to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret or higher clearance prior to the start of employment

Must be able to obtain and maintain Special Program Access

Flexibility to support occasional overtime, weekend work, shift work, and site travel (CONUS)

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role

Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance