RF Communications Systems Engineer

1 day ago


Laurel, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time

The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking a highly motivated Senior RF Communications Engineer to join its team. As a key member of our communications systems development group, you will design, implement, and analyze prototype link adaptation algorithms for future resilient and secure communications networks.

Job Description:
  • You will work closely with our team of engineers and scientists to develop communications solutions based on the needs of applications and considerations such as space, weight, and power, and propagation environment.
  • As circumstances allow, you will lead teams on specific engineering tasks and provide status updates, analysis results, and algorithms in written reports and presentations to Laboratory, Government, and Contractor management.
  • You will also assist in developing and updating strategic plans for the growth efforts in communications technical area, and in business development opportunities, such as preparing proposals, or responses to government Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs).

We are looking for an experienced Senior RF Communications Engineer with a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, or related field, and 5+ years of experience in communications system design.

A strong background in wireless communications systems and waveforms, FPGA development, RF design principles, physical, link, and network layers of communication systems, digital design, digital signal processing, and communications systems is required.

You must have experience in MATLAB, Python, or C/C++ for algorithm development, modeling, and simulation, and be able to effectively communicate ideas and results.

Benefits:
  • A competitive salary range of $90,000 - $220,000 annually.
  • Generous benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development.
  • A vibrant, innovation ecosystem where you can feel safe to share ideas and continue to grow personally and professionally.


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