Silvus Technologies
Silvus Technologies
is dedicated to one mission: connecting those who keep us safe. We do so by delivering the most advanced Mobile Ad-hoc Network (MANET) radios powered by our custom and ever-evolving Mobile-Networked MIMO waveform. Together, our radios and waveform provide the vital communications for mission critical applications in the harshest environments from underground tunnels to high altitude balloons.
Silvus StreamCaster® radios are being rapidly adopted by customers all over the world ranging from the U.S. Departments of Defense, to international federal, state and local law enforcement agencies, all the way to the Super Bowl, Grammys and industry-leading drone, robot, and other unmanned systems manufacturers.
Wouldn’t you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “Keeping Our Heroes Connected”?
Silvus’ rapid growth is fueled by a focus on research and innovation and a team of the most passionate, skilled, and creative thinking individuals. If you are looking for a challenging experience, you owe it to yourself to learn how Silvus can provide a rewarding opportunity that creates a pathway to a fulfilling career.
Principal R&D Engineer Opportunity Silvus is seeking a
Principal R&D Engineer
who will report to the Vice President of Research & Development on the R&D team. The successful individual in this role will oversee and participate in the planning, design, implementation, prototyping, and verification of wireless technology projects.
This position is based at Silvus Technologies’ headquarters in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles, CA, and is on a hybrid schedule. A minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Responsibilities
Technical management of Research and Development projects and programs including overall system design, requirement specification, development schedules, hands‑on design, simulation, verification, FPGA and testing efforts, customer‑facing engagement and technical material preparation, reporting to management.
Participation in Research and Development business development and capture efforts including whitepaper and proposal preparation, current technology understanding, future enhancement pitching and communication with government and industry.
Collaborative work within the senior R&D team on larger, team‑wide projects, technology portfolio and pipeline setting, and related duties.
Supervision of a team of engineers.
Participation in drafting job descriptions and screening/interviewing engineering candidates.
Infrequent travel to support customer interactions or test and demonstration events.
Qualifications
MS or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related communication and/or engineering technology field (e.g., wireless communications, signal processing, networking, RF design).
Minimum 10 years of experience in the design and development of wireless systems.
5 years of demonstrated experience in technical project leadership (principal investigator).
Participation in the complete technology development cycle: design to field testing.
Must be a U.S. Citizen
due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Simulation and prototyping software: C/C++, MATLAB, Python, etc.
Wireless ad‑hoc mesh networking, medium access, and routing algorithms.
Signal processing algorithms, MIMO, OFDM, beam‑nulling, etc.
Cognitive radio congested and contested spectrum, interference mitigation.
Technical writing, proposal preparation, and technical presentation.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.
Lifting equipment up to 20 lbs for the set‑up of demonstrations and testing.
Bending, reaching, kneeling or squatting to access lower or higher shelves.
Walking or moving in the labs.
Compensation The pay range is NOT a guarantee. It is based on market research and peer data, and will vary depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
CA Pay Range: $180,000 – $250,000 USD
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Silvus is a proud equal‑opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check.
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is dedicated to one mission: connecting those who keep us safe. We do so by delivering the most advanced Mobile Ad-hoc Network (MANET) radios powered by our custom and ever-evolving Mobile-Networked MIMO waveform. Together, our radios and waveform provide the vital communications for mission critical applications in the harshest environments from underground tunnels to high altitude balloons.
Silvus StreamCaster® radios are being rapidly adopted by customers all over the world ranging from the U.S. Departments of Defense, to international federal, state and local law enforcement agencies, all the way to the Super Bowl, Grammys and industry-leading drone, robot, and other unmanned systems manufacturers.
Wouldn’t you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “Keeping Our Heroes Connected”?
Silvus’ rapid growth is fueled by a focus on research and innovation and a team of the most passionate, skilled, and creative thinking individuals. If you are looking for a challenging experience, you owe it to yourself to learn how Silvus can provide a rewarding opportunity that creates a pathway to a fulfilling career.
Principal R&D Engineer Opportunity Silvus is seeking a
Principal R&D Engineer
who will report to the Vice President of Research & Development on the R&D team. The successful individual in this role will oversee and participate in the planning, design, implementation, prototyping, and verification of wireless technology projects.
This position is based at Silvus Technologies’ headquarters in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles, CA, and is on a hybrid schedule. A minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Responsibilities
Technical management of Research and Development projects and programs including overall system design, requirement specification, development schedules, hands‑on design, simulation, verification, FPGA and testing efforts, customer‑facing engagement and technical material preparation, reporting to management.
Participation in Research and Development business development and capture efforts including whitepaper and proposal preparation, current technology understanding, future enhancement pitching and communication with government and industry.
Collaborative work within the senior R&D team on larger, team‑wide projects, technology portfolio and pipeline setting, and related duties.
Supervision of a team of engineers.
Participation in drafting job descriptions and screening/interviewing engineering candidates.
Infrequent travel to support customer interactions or test and demonstration events.
Qualifications
MS or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related communication and/or engineering technology field (e.g., wireless communications, signal processing, networking, RF design).
Minimum 10 years of experience in the design and development of wireless systems.
5 years of demonstrated experience in technical project leadership (principal investigator).
Participation in the complete technology development cycle: design to field testing.
Must be a U.S. Citizen
due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Simulation and prototyping software: C/C++, MATLAB, Python, etc.
Wireless ad‑hoc mesh networking, medium access, and routing algorithms.
Signal processing algorithms, MIMO, OFDM, beam‑nulling, etc.
Cognitive radio congested and contested spectrum, interference mitigation.
Technical writing, proposal preparation, and technical presentation.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.
Lifting equipment up to 20 lbs for the set‑up of demonstrations and testing.
Bending, reaching, kneeling or squatting to access lower or higher shelves.
Walking or moving in the labs.
Compensation The pay range is NOT a guarantee. It is based on market research and peer data, and will vary depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
CA Pay Range: $180,000 – $250,000 USD
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Silvus is a proud equal‑opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check.
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