Open CPI EngineerIndustry: Tier 1 Defence PrimeLocation: Fully onsite – GloucesterWorking Week: 37.5 hrs across 4 daysSecurity Clearance: DV (Developed Vetting) required!The Opportunity:Operate where most engineers never get access — a classified R&D environment building the UK’s next-gen RF systems for intelligence and defence operations. You’ll take point on OpenCPI-based SDR systems — designing, integrating, and optimising platforms that are deployed into live mission environments.Your ImpactOpenCPI Architecture: Design, extend, and integrate OpenCPI modules to support high-performance SDR and embedded RF systems.End-to-End System Delivery: Lead full-lifecycle development — from prototyping and simulation to field deployment and operational validation.Software Defined Radio (SDR): Architect reconfigurable, ultra-reliable SDR systems with low-latency DSP pipelines.Embedded Signal Processing: Implemented and optimised RF algorithms across C/C++, VHDL, and FPGA environments.Field Trial Execution: Own deployment and performance validation alongside mission teams in live scenarios.DevOps for Defence: Develop in secure Linux environments using GitLab, CI/CD, and modern toolchains.Key Requirements:UK National with current UKIC Developed Vetting (DV) and willingness to obtain enhanced DV.Proven expertise with OpenCPI — architecture, development, integrationStrong foundation in RF communications and software-defined radio (SDR) technologiesProficiency in C/C++, VHDL, and DSP algorithm implementationExperience with Linux environments, version control, and SDR development tools (e.g., GnuRadio, Python)Familiarity with OSP/BSP development and real-time testing (e.g., using vector signal analysers)Track record of delivering embedded systems into mission environmentsBenefits Package:Base Salary: Up to £85,000Bonus: Up to 10% based on individual performanceWork-Life Balance: 4-day workweek (Fridays off)Pension: 10% employer contributionHealthcare: Private medical and dental coverageLeave: 25 days annual leave + public holidaysSupport: Critical illness, travel insurance, EAPL&D: World-class training, technical certifications, and career progressionFor more information or to apply, please reach out to:Contact | 02077806706LinkedIn | George Bates | LinkedInEmail | george.bates@ansonmccade.comOpen CPI Engineer