Real-Time Software Engineer

Leidos

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Location
Arlington, VA
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Full-time
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6 days ago
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TL;DR · Real-Time Software Engineer

The Real-Time Software Engineer joins the Electronic Warfare Division to perform design, development, and hardware/software integration. Working within multi-disciplinary teams, the engineer transforms signal processing algorithms into real-time software systems for advanced prototyping and research. Daily responsibilities include designing, implementing, and testing real-time C/C++ software for multi-core systems running Linux or VxWorks. The role involves configuring RF hardware devices, integrating software into third-party frameworks like Redhawk, and utilizing communication protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, and DDS. Candidates must be able to interpret MATLAB algorithms and use version control tools like Git or Subversion. This position addresses the technical challenge of implementing high-performance signal processing on general-purpose processors, such as ARM, to support near-term field demonstrations in electronic warfare environments.

What you'll do

  • Design, implement, and test real-time C/C++ software for multi-core systems running Linux or VxWorks.
  • Translate signal processing algorithms from MATLAB into real-time software systems.
  • Develop software to configure and control RF hardware devices.
  • Integrate software into third-party frameworks and architectures such as Redhawk.
  • Utilize third-party mathematics and communication libraries including TCP/IP, UDP, and DDS.
  • Document all developed systems and technical specifications.
  • Support system field testing and collection events in the field.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science and relevant experience.
  • Experience in C/C++ real-time software development.
  • Experience using version control (Subversion, GIT, etc.) and continuous integration software tools (Jenkins).
  • Must have active Secret level security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI level clearance.
  • Advanced knowledge of the Linux operating system and experience with real-time operating systems like VxWorks.
  • Experience with interface communication standards and protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, and DDS.
  • Ability to read and understand signal processing algorithms written in MATLAB.
  • Master’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent (preferred).

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