Fairwinds Technologies · 3 weeks ago
Sr. 5G RAN Software Architect (Remote with Travel)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $200K/yr
5+ years expFairwinds Technologies is a U.S.-based engineering firm specializing in Satellite Communications and RF Transmission Systems. They are seeking a Sr. 5G RAN Software Architect to architect an end-to-end 5G communications system and optimize military LPI/LPD requirements using the 5G OpenAirInterface stack.
InfrastructureManufacturingWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Architect an end-to-end 5G communications system based on Open AirInterface (OAI) open-source SW stack
Act as a 5G systems architect in a SBIR project. Deliver software requirements documents, and integration and test plans
Adapt and extend the 5G OpenAirInterface stack to optimize military LPI/LPD requirements, specifically through the implementation of DSSS and Frequency Hopping techniques
Develop and validate system-level approaches for integrating DSSS and Frequency Hopping into 5G-based tactical communications
Support integration and testing of communication systems in lab and field settings
Interface with hardware and software teams to drive system-level performance
Author technical documentation, system specifications, and SBIR deliverables
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
5+ years of design experience in 5G RAN/Radio software development with deep knowledge of 5G and/or ORAN systems and 5G waveforms
5+ years experience coding and reverse engineering with C/C++
3+ years of debugging real time communication SW
Experience writing systems and SW requirement specifications
Practical knowledge of DSSS and Frequency Hopping as applied to secure, resilient wireless communications
Experience with Terrestrial and Non-Terrestrial (NTN) communications systems
Understanding of 3GPP specifications (Rel-15 to Rel-18)
U.S. Citizenship and eligible for DoD security clearance
Preferred
Master's degree in Communications, Computer Science / Engineering, or Wireless Systems
Experience with 5G core deployment using containerized or virtualized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience in utilizing AI in code writing and reviews
Hands-on experience with the 5G OpenAirInterface (OAI) stack, including gNB, and UE integration
Experience in L1 and L2 integration of 5G RAN or SATCOM communications systems
Familiarity with adapting 5G/OAI for military applications, including LPI/LPD techniques
Proficiency in MATLAB or similar simulation tools
Experience of User Equipment 5G software
Experience supporting DoD SBIR projects or similar government-funded R&D efforts
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Professional development and growth opportunities.
Company
Fairwinds Technologies
Fairwinds Technologies is a defense and space manufacturing company that offers engineering, field service, and interactive training.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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Jim Sprungle
Chief Executive Officer
Jennifer Sprungle
Chief Financial Officer
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