Lead Communications Systems Engineer

TL;DR

Lead Communications Systems Engineer (RF/Defense): Lead design and development of cutting-edge communications and data link systems to interconnect Coherent Distributed Networks with an accent on directive data links, RF signature reduction, and accurate time-transfer algorithms. Focus on implementing GPS-independent positioning, advanced directional beamforming, and optimizing algorithms for real-time performance in tactical environments.

Location: Full-time onsite at our office in Hawthorne, CA or San Diego, CA, United States

Salary: $110,000 - $240,000

Company

Redefining modern defense with omniscient systems powered by Coherent Distributed Networks, founded in 2022 with $1B funding from top investors.

What you will do

• Design and develop advanced directive data links to connect nodes in a CDN and reduce RF signature
• Incorporate highly accurate time-transfer algorithms and implement GPS-independent node positioning
• Develop low-cost, robust hardware for data links in tactical environments between mobile nodes
• Implement and optimize algorithms for directional beamforming, real-time performance, and resource constraints in software (C++, Python, MATLAB) or hardware (FPGAs, DSPs)
• Analyze radar data, develop system simulations/models, and implement algorithms to reduce network data transfer
• Contribute to system requirements, plan field tests, document findings, mentor junior engineers, and lead multidisciplinary team

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM or equivalent +10 years experience in directional communications systems
• Systems engineering experience with RF systems
• Expertise in digital signal processing (modulation, filtering, detection), algorithm development, and data analysis
• Strong familiarity with Python or MATLAB
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively

Nice to have

• Graduate degree in STEM
• Experience with C++
• Deep understanding of radar systems, principles, signal processing, waveform design, matched filtering, doppler processing, clutter rejection
• Strong foundation in Systems Engineering V-model

Culture & Benefits

• Health benefits: Medical, dental, vision 100% paid; 401k with 50% match up to 6%, FSA, HSA, life insurance
• Perks: Free daily lunch, no meeting Fridays, unlimited PTO, casual dress code
• Compensation: Competitive base, pre-IPO stock options, relocation assistance, annual bonuses (coming soon)
• Team: 200 employees across 5 global offices