Silvus Technologies · 1 hour ago
Senior R&D Systems Engineer – Networked Electronic Warfare
Los Angeles
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $200K/yr
5+ years expSilvus Technologies is dedicated to connecting those who keep us safe by delivering advanced Mobile Ad-hoc Network radios. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior R&D Systems Engineer to lead the development of next-generation Networked Electronic Warfare systems, bridging complex RF hardware and advanced signal processing software.
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No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the architectural definition of networked EW systems, decomposing high-level mission requirements into detailed hardware, software, and firmware specifications
Utilize modern requirements management tools to capture, trace, and maintain system requirements throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring full coverage from customer needs to validation testing
Author and maintain critical engineering artifacts, including System Design Descriptions (SDD), Interface Control Documents (ICDs), ConOps, and Test Plans
Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies to model system behaviors, states, and data flows, ensuring coherency across distributed network nodes
Define and oversee system integration strategies; lead hands-on integration events involving RF hardware, embedded software, and network emulators in both lab and field environments
Serve as the technical bridge between RF, FPGA, Software, and Mechanical engineering teams, facilitating trade studies to balance performance, SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power), and cost
Develop simulation models (MATLAB/Python) to predict system performance under realistic channel conditions and validate these models against field test data
Occasional travel for team meetings
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in systems engineering for complex hardware/software systems, with a strong understanding of the V-model, requirements decomposition, and lifecycle management
Proven experience in one or more following domains: Electronic Warfare (EA/ES/EP), Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), Tactical Radios / Wireless Communications (MANET, MIMO, Mesh), or Radar Systems
Hands-on experience with modern systems engineering and requirements tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler (MagicDraw), IBM DOORS / DOORS Next Gen, Jama Connect, or Sparx Enterprise Architect
Security Clearance: Active U.S. Government SECRET clearance or the ability to obtain one within 12 months of hire
Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts
All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test
Preferred
Master of Science degree Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
Understanding of distributed EW concepts, such as TDOA/FDOA geolocation, coherent distributed jamming, or collaborative sensing across a MANET
MBSE Mastery: proficiency in SysML (System Modeling Language) and experience creating executable system models
RF & Networking fluency; knowledge of RF propagation, link budgets, and modulation techniques
Familiarity with networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, multicast) and tactical data links (e.g., Link 16, ATAK integrations)
Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or Simulink for data analysis and algorithm modeling
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical data to non-technical stakeholders and government customers
Company
Silvus Technologies
Silvus Technologies develops advanced wireless MIMO mesh networks for military, public safety, and broadcast communications.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-05-27Acquired
Leadership Team
Babak Daneshrad
CEO
Recent News
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