software-defined-radios jobs in San Diego

Design, develop, integrate, and test embedded real-time software for Link-16 and Tactical Datalink systems in a defense environment. Requires proficiency in C/C++ and object-oriented programming, with hands-on experience developing and debugging multi-threaded embedded applications, integrating firmware, and working with software-defined radios and tactical communications hardware.…See more Work in an Agile environment alongside systems engineering, hardware, and integration teams, analyzing system capabilities and resolving complex real-time and controls issues.

Design, develop, integrate, and test embedded real-time software for cryptographic applications, working with multi-disciplinary teams in an Agile environment. Architect and maintain embedded systems using C/C++, real-time operating systems, and Xilinx platforms (Zynq, Ultrascale, VERSAL).…See more Implement cryptographic mechanisms, integrate low-level firmware with complex multi-threaded applications, and resolve system-level problems around requirements, data acquisition, and controls. Requires 5+ years experience (or equivalent education) with active Secret clearance, proficiency in C/C++, and hands-on experience with real-time embedded systems, Linux (Yocto/Petalinux/WindRiver), TCP/IP networking, and formal software lifecycle processes.

Principal or Sr. Principal embedded software engineer responsible for developing, integrating, and debugging low-level firmware and real-time multi-threaded embedded applications for Link 16 tactical datalink systems.…See more The role requires proficiency in C/C++, object-oriented programming, and the full software lifecycle from requirements to testing, with hands-on experience troubleshooting Link 16 waveforms, working with tactical datalink radios/terminals, and collaborating across systems engineering, hardware, and integration teams in an Agile environment. Candidates must be able to obtain a U.S. Secret-level security clearance and work full-time onsite.

Senior Staff Engineer responsible for leading complex UxS/UAS systems integration across hardware, software, autonomy, and operational test environments. Will define readiness criteria and test coverage for hardware-based autonomy validation, troubleshoot unmanned systems (flight controllers, radios, sensors, ground stations), and drive reusable test practices and field guidance across engineering and operations teams.…See more Requires 10+ years hands-on experience in UxS systems integration, robotics, autonomy testing, or flight test, with strong practical knowledge of Linux, embedded systems, autopilot ecosystems (PX4, ArduPilot, MAVLink, Pixhawk), and scripting/data-analysis tools (Python, Bash, MATLAB). Must lead through influence across cross-functional teams and communicate technical findings to diverse audiences.