Software Systems Engineer

About the role

Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK; Criteria Labs, Austin, TX; Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA; Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH; Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic.

Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products - engineered components and subsystems - for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.

As a Software Systems Engineer at Espy, you will be part of a small but growing team responsible for creating state-of-the-art systems that provide critical signals intelligence to government customers. You will work with other engineers to develop requirements, evaluate and test, a Linux C++ software architecture that captures high-bandwidth signal data from antennas and records the data to long-term digital storage.

You will be designing and implementing innovative algorithms that help our customers visualize and understand complex signal environments. You will have the opportunity to keep up with latest advances in radio sensor equipment, computing hardware, operating systems, DSP techniques, machine learning, and other software technologies as we constantly adapt in a fast-moving environment and increase the value of our products.

Duties (includes but not limited to)

• Designing system architectures and components to meet specifications and requirements
• Analyzing and interpreting system requirements to ensure all needs are addressed
• Conducting system tests to validate performance, reliability, and compliance with specifications
• Documenting system designs, modifications, and test results for audits and future reference
• Design, implement, and test software in C++ Linux environment
• Implement, evaluate and test software written in python
• Responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software for embedded systems, ensuring it meets the hardware and software requirements.
• Work closely with hardware engineers and other software developers to integrate software with hardware components.
• Hands on testing and deployment support for world-wide customers
• Stay current of industry advances and professional education, embrace the emergence of new technologies.
• Work independently with sound professional judgement to overcome obstacles and complete tasks on time by leveraging collaboration, delegation, and leadership skills.

Qualifications Summary

• Bachelor's degree in relevant technical areas: (Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics);
• Proficient in designing and implementing software systems using C++ in a Linux environment (10+ years). Comfortable with scripting in bash and python. Experience with high-performance TCP and UDP network communications.
• Working knowledge of applied signal processing (filtering, data transforms, multi-dimensional signal processing, data visualization)
• Experience in systems engineering or related roles, including familiarity with system architecture and design principles
• Preferred: Experience with software management tools (git, JIRA)
• Preferred: Experience with signal acquisition hardware (tuners, digitizers, VITA49 etc.)
• Preferred: In-depth understanding of timing services (GPS, NTP)
• Preferred: Familiarity with docker and other containerization technology
• Preferred: Familiarity with embedded devices (ARM, FPGA, etc.)
• Preferred: Willingness to travel 2-3 times per year
• Preferred: Consideration for TS/SCI security clearance
• Communication Skills: Demonstrated ability to clearly present information through the spoken and written word with all levels of an organization.
• Planning and Organization Skills: Demonstrated ability to organize or schedule activities and tasks, while being sensitive to time constraints and resource availability.
• Teamwork Skills: Demonstrated ability to work with people in such a manner as to achieve common goals, objectives, and group commitments.
• Decision Making and Problem-Solving Skills: Demonstrated ability in solving problems while exhibiting judgments and a realistic understanding of issues.

Work Environment

Characteristics described here are representative of those an incumbent will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable work accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts requiring safety precautions typical of office work
• Work area is adequately lit, heated and ventilated.

Additional information

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits For This Position Include

A 401(K) Savings Plan With Employer Contributions; Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance; Wellness Programs; Health Savings Account, Health Care And Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Company Paid Short-Term Disability And Long-Term Disability; Company Paid Employee Basic Life And Ad&D Insurance; Supplemental Employee And Dependent Life Insurance; Optional Accident, Hospital Indemnity And Critical Illness Insurance; Adoption, Surrogacy, And Fertility Benefits And Assistance; Commuter Benefits; Parental, Military, Jury Duty, And Bereavement Leaves Of Absence; Paid Time Off, Including Up To 10 Paid Holidays Per Calendar Year Based Off Schedule, Paid Vacation Days, 40 Paid Sick Leave Hours Annually Or As Provided Under State And Local Paid Sick Leave Laws, Tuition Assistance; Business Travel Services; Employee Discounts; And An Employee Assistance Program That Includes Company Paid Counseling Sessions And Legal Services.

Eligibility For Benefits Is Governed By Applicable Plan Documents And Policies.