[Remote] Sr. 5G RAN Software Architect (Remote with Travel)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Fairwinds Technologies is a U.S.-based engineering firm specializing in Satellite Communications and RF Transmission Systems. They are seeking a Sr. 5G RAN Software Architect to architect an end-to-end 5G communications system and optimize military LPI/LPD requirements using the 5G OpenAirInterface stack. Responsibilities • Architect an end-to-end 5G communications system based on Open AirInterface (OAI) open-source SW stack • Act as a 5G systems architect in a SBIR project. Deliver software requirements documents, and integration and test plans • Adapt and extend the 5G OpenAirInterface stack to optimize military LPI/LPD requirements, specifically through the implementation of DSSS and Frequency Hopping techniques • Develop and validate system-level approaches for integrating DSSS and Frequency Hopping into 5G-based tactical communications • Support integration and testing of communication systems in lab and field settings • Interface with hardware and software teams to drive system-level performance • Author technical documentation, system specifications, and SBIR deliverables Skills • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field • 5+ years of design experience in 5G RAN/Radio software development with deep knowledge of 5G and/or ORAN systems and 5G waveforms • 5+ years experience coding and reverse engineering with C/C++ • 3+ years of debugging real time communication SW • Experience writing systems and SW requirement specifications • Practical knowledge of DSSS and Frequency Hopping as applied to secure, resilient wireless communications • Experience with Terrestrial and Non-Terrestrial (NTN) communications systems • Understanding of 3GPP specifications (Rel-15 to Rel-18) • U.S. Citizenship and eligible for DoD security clearance • Master's degree in Communications, Computer Science / Engineering, or Wireless Systems • Experience with 5G core deployment using containerized or virtualized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) • Experience in utilizing AI in code writing and reviews • Hands-on experience with the 5G OpenAirInterface (OAI) stack, including gNB, and UE integration • Experience in L1 and L2 integration of 5G RAN or SATCOM communications systems • Familiarity with adapting 5G/OAI for military applications, including LPI/LPD techniques • Proficiency in MATLAB or similar simulation tools • Experience of User Equipment 5G software • Experience supporting DoD SBIR projects or similar government-funded R&D efforts Benefits • Competitive salary and benefits package. • Professional development and growth opportunities. Company Overview • Fairwinds Technologies is a defense and space manufacturing company that offers engineering, field service, and interactive training. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job