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Lead engineering and development work for embedded control portion of RF system development.\nAdditional job functions include: solving customer problems, writing invention disclosures, publishing papers, briefing customers, participating in proposal activities, and assisting in marketing HRL expertise.\nRequired Qualifications:\nB.S. or M.S. in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering.\n7+ years of Experience in low-level programming, especially for embedded platforms.\nExperience with HDL (Verilog/VHDL, HLS), C/C++, Python, other software experience is a plus.\nExperience with version control (Git/GitLab). Experience with software development best practices (Merge Requests, Code Reviews, CI/CD, Unit Testing etc.) is a plus.\nExperience with RF and high-speed digital test equipment. Experience with test automation is plus.\nFamiliarity with different families of FPGAs, DSPs, and microcontrollers is desired. Specific knowledge of Xilinx SoCs is a plus.\nWorking knowledge of RF components, communication systems, radar systems, and EW systems is a plus.\nApplicant must be able to interact professionally with program managers, co-workers, and customers\nSupport system integration and test, providing rapid design updates as needed.\nDocument and enforce best practices and mentor junior engineers in the embedded area.\nPhysical Requirements:\nProficiency in use of computers, engineering workstations, complex electronic equipment, oral and written communication, interaction with vendors/colleagues and willingness to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.\nAbility to work well in a team and independently.\nAbility and willingness to travel 20% of time.\nSpecial Requirements:\nU.S. Citizen is required.\nAbility to obtain a security clearance is desired.\nCompensation and Benefits:\nPay Range: $154,500 - $197,900\nOur salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location (California). 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