Welcome to the RF Cafe Jobs website, where
a mix of engineer, technician, manager, and sales job opportunities are posted on
behalf of companies that are actually doing the hiring. If you are responsible for
hiring in your company, please contact me AFTER reading the
Terms of Use.
See most recent List of Job Openings.
- NO RECRUITERS. NO EXCEPTIONS -
Posted 4/12/2011
Electrical Engineer (SWARM Project)
Location: Alexandria, VA
Please submit resumes to:
recruit@mav6.com
Job Description: Mav6 is seeking an entry to mid-level engineer to support two programs: a
program to model and simulate devices relevant to the fight against the radio controlled improvised explosive
devices (RCIEDs) and a program to design an RFID-based system to track unexploded munitions (UXO). A successful
candidate will bring intellectual versatility and eagerness to expand his/her current knowledge in electrical
engineering. Ideally, the candidate possesses knowledge in electronic warfare and communication systems at either
hardware or software level. The electrical engineer will work within multiple teams alongside more senior
engineers assisting in the development of geolocation algorithms, RFID electronics, hardware test plans, and
device models. The position also will allow for exposure to a wide range of opportunities as a part of a dynamic,
small business experiencing tremendous growth.
Essential Position Functions: •
Develop, maintain, and validate device models in MATLAB/Simulink • Work with subcontractors to ensure system
level performance, environmental, and mechanical requirements are met in the RFID tag design • Provide
application engineering support to the customer and collect feedback • Support the lead engineers in
development, validation, test, and integration of geolocation algorithms, embedded system software, RF and
embedded hardware, and system models • Develop and conduct tests of RFID hardware and associated subsystems
• Support other programs as needed to perform electrical and software engineering duties
Minimum Qualifications: • Holding or expecting to receive Bachelor of Science degree in
electrical or computer engineering by May 2011
• Ability to obtain and maintain SECRET security clearance • Experience with MATLAB/Simulink • Experience
(including coursework/lab) with analog and digital circuit design • Experience with programming (i.e. C/C++,
VHDL/Verilog, and/or Java) • Ability to work independently and as a member of the engineering team • Proven
ability to learn fast and willingness to learn on the job
• Understanding of current technology trends through independent research
Preferred Qualifications: • 1-3 years of relevant experience • Active SECRET clearance
• Digital signal processing experience with MATLAB • Experience with designing and modeling electrical circuits
at the component level • Professional experience in application programming in Java/C++ • Experience in
programming for embedded systems
Location: Alexandria, VA (limited local travel to Herndon, VA possible)
Compensation & Benefits: • Compensation based on experience and qualifications • Comprehensive
medical and dental benefits with company stipend • Company paid vision insurance • 401(k) plan with Company
match, annual profit share, and immediate vesting • Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off and TEN paid federal holidays • Company paid life, disability, and AD&D insurance
|