RF Systems Architect Engineer

Basic Qualifications Education Requirements:Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 10+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 8 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.Clearance Requirements: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Responsibilities for this Position ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:As a Senior RF Systems Architect Engineer for Advanced Electronics Systems, you’ll lead a cross functional team responsible for envisioning and realizing the next generation of tactical radios and GPS/Navigation solutions for the US Armed Forces. We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:Strong understanding of military communication protocols, frequency allocation, and secure communications.Experience with software-defined radio (SDR) technologies. Proficiency in design and simulation tools for RF and communication systems (e.g., MATLAB, RF Toolbox).Key Responsibilities:Architect radio communication systems tailored for military applications, ensuring interoperability, security, and reliability.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and logistics, to integrate radio systems into broader military platforms.Oversee testing and validation of radio systems to ensure compliance with military standards and specifications.Provide technical expertise and support during system integration and field deployment.Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in military communications and radio systems.RF signal processing system designSystem modeling, simulation, and algorithm developmentCollection and analysis of communication signals in L, C, and K spectrumsAbility to lead interdisciplinary teamsPerformance evaluation of signal processing solutionsSignal processing background. Solid understanding of concepts like adaptive filtering, FFTs, windowing, filtering, decimation, and interpolationSignal processing and digital signal processing (DSP) Specifically in the realm of communication theory, stochastic processes, and adaptive filtering. Work effectively in a cross functional team as well as a diverse customer baseDevelop testing criteria and execute validation of designsExperience working in a fast-paced development environment focused on fielding complex signal processing solutionsProficient in signal processing algorithm development in MATLAB or PythonDemonstrated problem-solving, verbal and written communication, presentation and organizational skillsProven technical leadership skills ability to generate and deliver creative problem solutionsStrong ability to manage tasks and projects independently with urgencyIn addition, the candidate must possess excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to travel worldwide, up to 20%What sets you apart:Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the systems development life cycleCollaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for successExceptional communication, presentation, and influence management skills, with notable record of securing buy-in on concepts and ideasExperienced in the art of negotiation with ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutionsCommitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and othersIdentifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovationAdditional Skills You May Have:Programming languages such as Rust, Python, MATLAB/Simulink, C, C++FPGA Design, HDL (Verilog or VHDL)Knowledge of AMD FPGA/SoC devices.Advanced Linux operating systems knowledge (Drivers, networking, system services, etc.)Multi-threaded and multi-core programmingNetwork protocols and socket programmingOur Commitment to You:An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development. Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s securityFlexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and moreSee more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefitsWorkplace Options:This position has the ability to either be fully on-site or Hybrid/Flex. While on-site, you will be a part of the Colorado Spring, CO or Ft. Wayne, Indiana team.#LI-Hybrid#LI-JH1 Salary Note This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. Combined Salary Range USD $192,568.00 - USD $213,631.00 /Yr. Company Overview General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected VeteransJob SummaryID: 2026-73020Job Location: US-CO-Colorado Springs | US-IN-Ft. Wayne | US-Telework-TeleworkRequired Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirementsCategory: Engineering-RFEmployment Type: Full TimeHiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.