{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f4c61e2d7345a2f0d4bef23a","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f4c61e2d7345a2f0d4bef23a","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f4c61e2d7345a2f0d4bef23a","title":"Software Defined Radio Development Engineer","description":"Software Defined Radio Development Engineer\n**Signing Bonus**\nLocation: Huntsville, AL\nPosition Type: Full-Time | Hybrid\nRelocation assistance (if applicable)\nWhy Join Secmation\nSecmation is a proven, mission-focused engineering company with more than a decade of success delivering real capability to the defense community. We operate with the speed, ownership, and tight-knit culture of a small business-backed by the credibility and track record that comes from 10+ years of successful execution. Here, engineers build systems that matter, move fast, and ship technology that directly impacts national security.\nSmall company. Big mission. Real engineering.\nJoin the Future of Secure Communications\nSecmation is seeking a Software Defined Radio Development Engineer with deep expertise in RF systems, military communications, and Software-Defined Radios (SDR). In this hands-on role, you will design, develop, and optimize embedded software solutions that enable secure communications and electronic warfare capabilities for mission-critical defense systems.\nYou will work at the intersection of embedded cybersecurity, signal processing, and RF communications, collaborating closely with RF, hardware, and systems engineers to influence system architecture and technical direction while delivering high-impact solutions to government customers.\nWhat You'll Do\nDesign, implement, and optimize embedded software for advanced RF and communications systems, with an emphasis on SDR-based platforms.\nLead development and integration of signal processing algorithms, communication waveforms, and security features, ensuring performance, reliability, and mission readiness.\nCollaborate across disciplines (RF, hardware, systems, integration, and test) to define software requirements and support secure, resilient system architectures for defense and industrial applications.\nDrive hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) testing, mission simulations, and field validation, troubleshooting complex system-level issues and improving end-to-end system performance.\nProvide technical leadership within project teams, contributing to design reviews, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting customer-facing technical discussions as needed.\nRequired Qualifications\nU.S. citizen with an active DoD TS Clearance.\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.\n7+ years of progressive experience in embedded software development for RF, communications, or signal-processing-centric systems.\nStrong experience developing software in Linux-based embedded environments.\nDeep technical expertise in communication systems, RF, and SDR frameworks, such as GNU Radio, REDHAWK, or similar platforms.\nExperience with radio equipment modeling and simulation, including performance analysis and optimization.\nSolid understanding of digital signal processing concepts, including modulation, error correction, adaptive techniques, and waveform optimization.\nHands-on experience working in Agile/DevOps environments, using tools such as Git, Jira, and CI/CD pipelines.\nWork Environment\nHybrid role with on-site work required in Huntsville, AL\nFlexible 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).\nCollaborative, fast-paced, and technically innovative environment with remote team integration.\n\nCompensationBenefits\nCompetitive salary (based on experience and market conditions)\nOne-time signing bonus\nCompany equity\nRelocation assistance\n9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)\nPaid time offflexible work schedules\nComprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance\nLife and disability insurance (shortlong-term)\n401(k) retirement benefits plus employer contributions\n\nAbout Secmation\nSecmation is not an IT company - we specialize in AI-driven software solutions, embedded cybersecurity, and secure RF systems for the defense industry. Our mission is to deliver next-generation secure technologies for electronic warfare, autonomous systems, and critical defense applications.\nVisit www.secmation.com to learn more about our work and impact.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nSecmation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, gender, orientation, identity, religion, or veteran status.\nU.S. Citizenship is required for this position due to government clearance requirements.\nThe salary range for this position represents a general guideline; however, Secmation considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills, work location, current market conditions, and other bona fide data.\nThis position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.","company":"Secmation","rawCompany":"secmation","city":"Fort Wayne","state":"IN","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:34:02.821Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"}],"industries":[{"code":"334220","title":"Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"radio-and-television-broadcasting-and-wireless-communications-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Software Defined Radio Development Engineer","description":"Software Defined Radio Development Engineer\n**Signing Bonus**\nLocation: Huntsville, AL\nPosition Type: Full-Time | Hybrid\nRelocation assistance (if applicable)\nWhy Join Secmation\nSecmation is a proven, mission-focused engineering company with more than a decade of success delivering real capability to the defense community. 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