Shtudy Careers is hiring: Software Defined Radio (SDR) Engineer i...
Shtudy Careers - Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, United States
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The ideal candidate is highly motivated, curious, and capable of approaching RF and signal processing problems with innovative thinking. You'll work with a team focused on embedded applications, SDR frameworks, and FPGA-based signal processing for military communication and intelligence systems.
Develop and maintain SDR solutions using FPGA-based platforms.
Contribute to embedded software development and digital signal processing.
Write clear technical documentation (requirements, flow diagrams, user guides).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support SDR integration and testing.
Utilize tools like JIRA for bug tracking, sprint planning, and release management.
RequirementsRequired Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
5+ years of relevant hardware and embedded systems experience.
Proficiency in VHDL, Verilog, or MATLAB System Generator.
Experience working in Linux environments (building software from source, Makefiles, command-line tools).
Strong skills in software documentation and version control.
Familiarity with SDR toolkits like GNU Radio, USRP/UHD, RTL-SDR, or Epic SDR kits.
Background in radar signal processing or commercial comms systems.
Experience with digital signal manipulation, DSP algorithms, and codec processing.
Active DoD Secret Clearance required
TS/SCI Clearance strongly preferred or the ability to obtain
If you're passionate about signal processing, radio systems, and supporting high-impact federal initiatives, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful defense work while growing your career in a secure, technical environment.
BenefitsBenefits:
Competitive salary based on experience and clearance level
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with employer contribution
Paid time off (PTO), federal holidays, and sick leave
Professional development and training support
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and dependent care assistance
Life insurance and short-/long-term disability coverage
Clearance sponsorship and upgrade opportunities (TS/SCI)
Supportive team culture and long-term contract stability