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Secmation · 5 hours ago

Software Defined Radio Development Engineer

Secmation is a proven, mission-focused engineering company with more than a decade of success delivering real capability to the defense community. They are seeking a Software Defined Radio Development Engineer with expertise in RF systems and military communications to design, develop, and optimize embedded software solutions for secure communications and electronic warfare capabilities.

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Hiring Manager
Anna Ott
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Responsibilities

Design, implement, and optimize embedded software for advanced RF and communications systems, with an emphasis on SDR-based platforms
Lead development and integration of signal processing algorithms, communication waveforms, and security features, ensuring performance, reliability, and mission readiness
Collaborate across disciplines (RF, hardware, systems, integration, and test) to define software requirements and support secure, resilient system architectures for defense and industrial applications
Drive hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) testing, mission simulations, and field validation, troubleshooting complex system-level issues and improving end-to-end system performance
Provide technical leadership within project teams, contributing to design reviews, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting customer-facing technical discussions as needed

Qualification

Embedded software developmentRF systems expertiseSoftware-Defined Radios (SDR)Linux-based environmentsDigital signal processingAgile/DevOps experienceTechnical leadershipCollaboration skills

Required

U.S. citizen with an active DoD TS Clearance
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
7+ years of progressive experience in embedded software development for RF, communications, or signal-processing–centric systems
Strong experience developing software in Linux-based embedded environments
Deep technical expertise in communication systems, RF, and SDR frameworks, such as GNU Radio, REDHAWK, or similar platforms
Experience with radio equipment modeling and simulation, including performance analysis and optimization
Solid understanding of digital signal processing concepts, including modulation, error correction, adaptive techniques, and waveform optimization
Hands-on experience working in Agile/DevOps environments, using tools such as Git, Jira, and CI/CD pipelines

Benefits

One-time signing bonus
Company equity
Relocation assistance
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
Paid time off & flexible work schedules
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance (short & long-term)
401(k) retirement benefits plus employer contributions

Company

Secmation

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Secmation offers technology, engineering solutions, and tools to integrate information security into industrial and defense products.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
Total Funding
$2.56M
Key Investors
One North Carolina Small Business ProgramSmall Business Innovation ResearchCenter for Entrepreneurial Development
2022-09-22Grant· $0.06M
2021-08-03Grant· $1.5M
2021-03-17Grant· $1M

Leadership Team

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Hal Aldridge
President/CTO
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