ob Title: Software Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Software Engineer to join our dynamic team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge RF technologies. You will collaborate with software and hardware teams to create code and documentation that supports system control and monitoring of our diverse product line. Experience with radio or TV transmitter studio equipment and electro-mechanical systems is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop software solutions by engaging with users and studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes.
• Evaluate operational feasibility by assessing problem definitions, requirements, and proposed solutions.
• Document and demonstrate solutions through the creation of flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments, and clear code.
• Stay updated with state-of-the-art development tools, programming techniques, and computing equipment.
• Support the organization by providing advice, coaching, and participating in product/system design reviews.
• Uphold the company's core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork.
• Report quality problems or defects to management to ensure corrective action and prevent recurrence.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar technical discipline.
• 5+ years of experience as a software engineer with demonstrated success in developing a variety of software systems.
• Experience in developing control and monitoring applications using custom register interfaces and TCP protocols.
• Proficiency in developing and troubleshooting complex software systems in mixed environments including Linux, Unix, and Windows.
• TCP/IP debugging with ICDs.
• Experience with Linux, C/C++, TCP/IP networking, and web development including JavaScript, Node.js, and GTK+3.x.
• Hands-on experience with lower-level communication protocols, lab/test equipment, schematics, and board-level parts.
• Active DoD issued Secret Clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with DSP, AJAX, SOAP, Ant, Servo motor tuning, PLC Ladder Diagrams, NTP, Subversion, Git.
• Experience in writing embedded or Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT) applications.
• UI and human-computer interaction design using tools like GLADE, React, Ignition.
• Knowledge in modifying, designing, developing, and debugging device drivers for I2C, SPI, UART, USB, PCIe, GPIO.
• Proficiency in scripting tools such as Python, BASH, Lua, CSH, Perl, TCL/TK.
• Experience with virtualization and simulation using Git, SVN, Jira, Buildroot, OpenEmbedded.
• Ability to develop automated tests and optimize builds.
• Experience with GUI development and control systems.

Work Environment

This role is situated in a dynamic work environment where innovation meets collaboration. You will work with a team of over 100 employees, including engineers, manufacturing professionals, and administrative staff. The primary product focus is high-power RF amplifiers used for transmitting equipment to Navy and NASA sites. The role includes developing controls to manage transmitter operations, analyzing data from sensors, and providing feedback to operators. Previous knowledge and experience mathematics and algorithm development is beneficial. The position involves working in labs, testing software, and developing prototypes, with eventual eligibility for a secret clearance. The work environment values flexibility, allowing employees to manage their own time and projects, offering a less structured yet rewarding experience.