OpenCPI Engineer

Our client is looking for an OpenCPI Engineer to join their team to work on Government and Defence programmes, contributing to the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge RF systems.

As an OpenCPI Engineer, you will be responsible for utilising the OpenCPI framework to build, test, and optimize software-defined radio (SDR) systems and RF applications.

You will need to be currently or very recently working with a National Security client to be considered for this role.

Working Patterns: On site in either Gloucester/Cheltenham. Option of a 4-day working week (compressed hours).

• Undertake the development and integration of software-defined radio (SDR) systems using the OpenCPI framework.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and integrate RF communication systems, ensuring seamless operation within complex mission environments.
• Implement test driven development strategies and consider testing throughout the development lifecycle of an application, leveraging OpenCPI for effective system verification and validation.
• Optimise the performance of OpenCPI-based systems, ensuring maximum efficiency and reliability.
• Analyse and mitigate potential vulnerabilities within OpenCPI-based solutions.
• Work closely with engineering and customer teams, providing detailed reports on system performance, issues, and proposed solutions.

• Experience working in a similar role within a National Security environment.
• Proven experience working with the OpenCPI framework, including system design, integration, and optimisation.
• Strong background in RF communications and software-defined radio (SDR) technologies.
• Expertise in digital signal processing (DSP), RF algorithms, and embedded system development.
• Proficient in C/C++ and/or VHDL for embedded applications
• Familiarity with SDR architectures and chipsets

Desirable Skills:

• Evidence of previous OSP/BSP development
• Familiarity with GnuRadio, Python and other SDR development tools
• Experience working in Linux environments and using GitLab for version control.
• Knowledge of mission system integration and field trial support.
• Experience with real-time test and measurement, using tools such as vector signal analysers.

• Private Medical Insurance, dental cover, critical illness cover, life assurance
• Competitive Pension - Pension is 2:1 contribution from the client up to 10%,
• Travel Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counselling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc
• Reimbursement for a professional membership

Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

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