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Software Defined Radio (SDR) Engineer

CACI
Aberdeen, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 12/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/17/2026

Job Profile:

RF Engineering T3

JR Type:

Funded

Job Category:

Engineering

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Top Secret

Percentage of Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Type of Travel:

Continental US

Program/Opportunity Name:

Program | REACT

Referral Bonus Plan:

$1,000 - Standard

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Job Description:


The Opportunity:
CACI is seeking an SDR Engineer to join our team at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. As an SDR Engineer, you'll contribute to the team by implementing sophisticated signal processing techniques using software defined radio platforms.


Responsibilities:
You'll design and develop specialized applications for signal capture, analysis, and characterization while applying your expertise in RF engineering principles to extract meaningful intelligence from complex radio signals.

Qualifications:

Required: 

Active Top-Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain SCI.
BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.

3-5 years of directly related experience.
Demonstrated expertise with software defined radio platforms such as HackRF, Ettus USRP, or similar devices.
Strong programming skills in Python, C/C , or similar languages for SDR application development.
Experience with GNU Radio or similar frameworks for signal processing and analysis.
Understanding of RF fundamentals, modulation techniques, and wireless protocols.
Familiarity with digital signal processing concepts and implementation.
Experience using spectrum analyzers and other RF test equipment.
Ability to develop custom tools for specific signal capture and analysis requirements.





Desired:

Experience analyzing signals from unmanned systems such as UAS, UGV, or USV.
Knowledge of digital mobile radio (DMR), mobile ad-hoc networks (MANET), and other tactical communications systems.
Experience with FPGA programming for SDR applications.
Understanding of cryptographic principles and secure communications.
Familiarity with Linux operating systems for SDR development environments.
Experience with real-time signal processing and optimization techniques.
Knowledge of electronic warfare concepts and applications.
Experience documenting technical findings and creating engineering reports.

Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$82,700 - 173,900 USD

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Salary : $82,700 - $173,900

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