Communications Engineer

Job#: 3034894

Job Description:
Communications Engineer

Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Employment Type: Contract to Perm

Job Location Requirement: Onsite

Security & Citizenship Requirements

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret security clearance.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Communications Engineer to support the research and development of platforms for innovative adaptive communications and spectrum-sensing systems. The role involves working on projects that fuse advanced signal processing, adaptive communications technologies, machine learning, and sophisticated modeling to develop solutions for cognitive communications, intelligent spectrum sensing, electronic warfare systems, and next-generation cellular network technologies. The ideal candidate will have a diversified background and a desire to collaborate on designing, implementing, testing, and fielding communications platforms for Department of Defense applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform communication simulation development, system testing, characterization, debugging, and modification.
• Develop and maintain kernel and user-level software and scripts.
• Contribute to the development of communications solutions, including waveforms and networking concepts.
• Develop new capabilities and applications for 5G, 6G, and NextG systems.
• Create and analyze network protocols and work with team members to develop AI/ML methods for system optimization.
• Develop, implement, and test leading-edge waveform and communications technologies.
• Contribute to technical reports, presentations, white papers, and proposals.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior research staff and student researchers.

Required Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field is required.

Experience: This is an open-rank position where the final offer will depend on candidate qualifications. A bachelor's degree with 0 years of related experience is the minimum requirement. Experience in communication systems research or development and demonstrated experience in performing or leading research projects are necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• An active Secret Clearance.
• An MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience developing communications platforms, including adaptive control mechanisms.
• Experience in developing advanced communication systems on SDR platforms.
• Experience with 5G/6G/FutureG cellular communications systems and ORAN.
• Proficiency in C/C++ software design and implementation (C++11, C++20).
• Proficiency with containerized software development, deployment, and security.
• Expertise in signal processing, modeling & simulation, machine learning, or electronic warfare systems.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $92,000.00 to $160,000.00 annually. A comprehensive benefits package is available to eligible employees.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.