Senior Research and Development (R&D) Systems Engineer

Motorola Solutions

Hybrid Actively hiring
Los Angeles, CA Posted 17 days ago $140,000–$200,000 / year
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TL;DR

Silvus is hiring a Senior Research and Development Systems Engineer to join its R&D team in West Los Angeles, reporting directly to the R&D Director. This role involves designing and simulating wireless communication systems using MATLAB and C/C++, developing fixed-point designs for hardware implementation, and conducting comprehensive system testing with lab equipment and custom test utilities. The engineer will collaborate closely with hardware and software teams to troubleshoot issues and execute field tests, contributing to technical documentation and presentations. Essential skills include a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields, at least six years of communication systems design experience, proficiency in C/C++, MATLAB, and Python, and expertise in RF signal propagation and digital communication technologies. The position requires familiarity with cognitive radio and mesh networking concepts and involves semi-frequent travel for testing and demonstrations.

Skills

MATLAB C/C++ Python RF signal propagation Channel modeling Digital communication technologies MIMO OFDM Mesh networking Medium access control Routing Cognitive radio Interference mitigation RF sensing

What you'll do

  • Design and parameterize algorithms and protocols for wireless systems projects.
  • Develop and maintain MATLAB & C/C++ based simulators for system testing.
  • Conduct hands-on work with radio products and R&D prototypes in labs.
  • Plan, execute, and analyze field tests to characterize system performance.
  • Collaborate with hardware and software engineers to troubleshoot issues.

What we're looking for

  • Minimum Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
  • At least 6 years of communication systems design experience.
  • Proficient in C/C++, MATLAB, and/or Python.
  • Expertise in RF signal propagation, channel modeling, and digital communication technologies.
  • Familiarity with cognitive radio, interference mitigation, and mesh networking.
  • Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident).
  • Experience with MIMO, OFDM, and basic digital signal processing techniques.

Market check

Salary context

This $140,000–$200,000 range sits above 55% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$117,000–$199,400

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$137,800–$179,067

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Motorola Solutions

Motorola Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: MSI) is a leading American technology company providing mission-critical communications, video security, and analytics for public safety and enterprise customers.

Motorola Solutions currently has 87 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $120,000–$150,000 across 76 roles with salary data.

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