Firmware Engineer at Relative Dynamics Inc. in Laurel, MD

Job description

• Relative Dynamics is developing free-space optical communication internet terminals for high-altitude platforms and Low Earth Orbiting (LEO) spacecraft. Our mission is to enable commercial world-wide internet access.
• As a Firmware Engineer, you are part of a cross-functional team developing optical terminal hardware. This position requires a background in digital signal processing (DSP) and communication theory.

Responsibilities

• Close collaboration with optical, mechanical, and electrical engineers to define free-space optical communication system requirements and solutions.
• Develop algorithms, code and hardware and firmware for RDI IRAD and SBIR projects.
• The ideal candidate will have experience leading or contributing to multiple product development efforts, projects, and initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in electrical or computer engineering, or relevant field and/or experience.
• 5+ years experience working in firmware design.
• C++, VHDL, Verilog, “bare metal” expertise.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Communication system experience.
• Aerospace experience.

Skills

Required

• C++
• VHDL
• Verilog
• Bare metal expertise
• Digital signal processing (DSP)
• Communication theory

Preferred

• Communication system experience
• Aerospace experience

Benefits

• Competitive wage and benefits package
• Medical, dental, vision and life/disability insurance
• Vacation and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Great 401k with company match
• Employee referral program
• Community involvement investing and giving back to the community