Design Engineer 1
About Us
EFJohnson Technologies is a subsidiary of JVCKENWOOD Corporation, a leading provider of P25 communications solutions for first responders in public safety and public service, the federal government, and industrial organizations. Our products are marketed under the EFJohnson and KENWOOD brands.
EFJohnson provides wireless communications products and systems for public safety, commercial, and government customers. We design, manufacture, and market conventional and trunked radio systems, land mobile radio repeaters, and mobile and portable radios, including Project 25 digital radio products.
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As a Design Engineer 1, you’ll develop and maintain software for the EFJohnson’s Subscriber and Encryption Products group. This position will follow the Product Life Cycle process, adhering to schedules, designs, and deliverables. The Design Engineer will actively communicate and coordinate with other engineering teams and team members, providing constructive inputs and timely feedback. This role is out of our Lincoln, NE location.
Join a highly successful software development team in Lincoln, Nebraska. We are responsible for application and embedded software development for the EFJohnson radio product line. We are a software engineering team of ~50 members and offer a relaxed work environment where you will be surrounded by amazing talent. We ask that all applicants submit their transcript in the additional documentation section.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain windows/web applications for EFJohnson’s radio products.
- Develop requirements and protocol documents for new and existing products.
- Learn and implement P25 Trunking, Smartnet/Smartzone, and DMR communication protocols in accordance to standards.
- Provide technical support on subscriber products to solve design and field issues.
- Identify and correct defects in existing products.
- Establish and maintains good inter/intra departmental communications.
- Respond to special assignments/projects as directed by management, with an attitude and willingness conducive to getting the job done.
- Exhibit desirable and appropriate professional behavior including leadership, sense of urgency, independent judgment, teamwork, ability to get along with others, creative thinking and personal integrity to provide for a cohesive, productive business unit dedicated to the achievement of corporate goals.
- Exhibit dependability and complies with attendance requirements.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
- Agree to abide by the established Approval Matrix.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science.
What We’re Looking For
- 3+ years of web development experience preferred.
- Experience with C# and C++ is preferred.
- Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player.
- Must be a self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of development tools, test equipment, and documentation procedures.
- Knowledge of land mobile radio or other communications standards a plus.
Travel Requirements
- Up to 20%
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Additional supplemental benefits
- 401K + employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- 12 paid holidays + additional PTO
- Supportive- team-driven environment
- Opportunities to work on mission-critical projects that make a real impact
Equal Opportunity Statement
EF Johnson Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION Employer who values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. It is the policy of this company to provide equal opportunity with regard to all terms and conditions of employment. The company complies with federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of web development experience
- Experience with C# and C++
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of development tools, test equipment, and documentation procedures
- Knowledge of land mobile radio or other communications standards
What We Do
EF Johnson Technologies develops and delivers mission-critical communications solutions for public safety organizations. Its portfolio includes P25 radios and communications systems that provide reliable, secure voice connectivity for first responders. The company also serves public-service agencies, federal organizations, and industrial customers, offering interoperable radio infrastructure and related communications technologies intended to help protect lives and keep emergency teams connected when reliability matters most.
