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New Directions · 1 month ago

GUI/OpenGL & RF Systems Integration Engineer

Point Mugu, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$108K/yr - $135K/yr

3+ years exp

New Directions Technologies, Inc. is seeking a GUI/OpenGL & RF Systems Integration Engineer to design, develop, and integrate advanced software applications with a focus on GUI development. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance software solutions for Department of Defense programs.

EducationFitnessHealth Care

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and implement GUI applications using OpenGL, C/C++, and Microsoft Visual Studio to support real-time visualization and system control using state of the art GUIs

Develop, integrate, and validate software interfaces that communicate with external RF systems, radios, and hardware components via standard communications protocols (Ethernet, HP-IB/GPIB, USB, and Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments [SCPI])

Implement data visualization, signal monitoring, and control modules aligned with system-level requirements

Collaborate with systems, RF, test, and hardware engineers to define communication protocols and ensure seamless software-hardware integration

Optimize GUI performance for real-time responsiveness, rendering efficiency, and reliability

Develop and maintain software documentation, including design descriptions, interface specifications, and test procedures

Participate in code reviews, system integration events, and software configuration management processes

Troubleshoot and resolve software defects, interface issues, and performance bottlenecks

Support lab testing, field demonstrations, and customer design reviews as needed

Ensure all development activities adhere to internal quality standards and relevant Navy Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR) compliance requirements

Must be knowledgeable with DoDI 5000.02 Adaptive Acquisition Framework (AAF) systems engineering methodology

Qualification

OpenGLC/C++Microsoft Visual StudioRF systems integrationOpenGL Shading Language (GLSL)Communication protocolsVersion control (Git)Debugging skillsAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCollaboration skills

Required

MUST BE A US CITIZEN AND HAVE OR BE ABLE TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A DOD SECRET CLEARNACE

BS degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field and a minimum of 3 years' experience or a High School or Technical Certificate and a minimum of 8 years of experience

3–8+ years of experience in software development with strong proficiency in C/C++

Demonstrated experience designing and implementing OpenGL-based GUIs

Experience with OpenGL Shading Language (GLSL), DirectX, or modern rendering pipelines

Strong experience with Microsoft Visual Studio development environment

Experience integrating software with RF systems, radios, or external hardware interfaces

Knowledge of communication protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, HP-IB/GPIB, USB, serial communication, SCPI or custom hardware interfaces

Proficiency with version control tools (e.g., Git)

Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced engineering environment and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams

Preferred

Experience in embedded systems or real-time software development

Familiarity with signal processing, RF fundamentals, or wireless communication concepts

Prior experience developing software for DoW, aerospace, or mission-critical applications

Knowledge of Agile/Scrum development methodologies

Company

New Directions

New Directions is a professional training company that offers managed behavioral health programs.

Founded in 1986

Marriottsville, Maryland, USA

11-50 employees

http://newdirections.com

Funding

Current Stage

Early Stage

Leadership Team

Dave Corbett

Founder

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