You will own the system-level design and integration of RF / data link solutions across multiple aerial and CUAS programs.
Your mission is to ensure reliable, secure, and robust radio communication by working hands-on with hardware systems, vendors, and program teams from architecture definition through integration, testing, and deployment.

This role is focused on execution and system ownership, not pure software or protocol development.

• Own RF / data link system architecture, selection, and integration across programs

• Act as technical interface to radio and data link manufacturers

• Define and validate system requirements, trade-offs, and performance targets

• Ensure robust operation with respect to range, latency, redundancy, and RF environment constraints

• Support integration, flight test, and operational deployment activities

• Drive cross-program consistency and reuse of RF / data link solutions

• Contribute to documentation, certification readiness, and technical decision-making

• Depending on seniority: provide technical leadership or mentoring within the team

• Strong experience in RF communications and data link systems

• Proven track record integrating radio systems into complex aerospace or defense platforms

• Solid understanding of RF fundamentals (antennas, propagation, interference, link budgets)

• Hands-on experience working with external vendors and system suppliers

• System-level mindset with the ability to operate independently in a senior role

Nice to have:

• Experience with UAS / CUAS / missile or mission-critical systems

• Exposure to contested or EW-relevant RF environments

• Prior team lead or technical mentoring experience

• Familiarity with flight test or system validation environments