C-3 Comm Systems is a growing technology startup headquartered in Washington DC metro area.

C-3 is developing unique solutions to enable intelligent, secure, highly reliable, and low latency information sharing among collaborating robots, drones, vehicles, and humans in the era of 5G and artificial intelligence. C-3’s technology has attracted multiple awards from US Government and industry giants such as Airbus.

C-3 is an agile organization. Its core team has accumulated decades of collaborations in technology and business development. Current team members are located in DC, New York City, Atlanta, San Diego, and Stockholm, Sweden.

Research Scientist

C-3 is actively seeking research scientists to join its core technical team in the Washington, DC metro area. We are excited to welcome passionate technologists with expertise in one or more of the following areas: robotic swarm operations, wireless communication and networking, and AI/ML. Candidates should be motivated to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to tackle real-world challenges by developing cutting-edge technologies. 

The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment, possesses a broad technical foundation alongside deep expertise in their specialty, demonstrates advanced hands-on skills, and excels at working both independently and within a team. We value team-oriented professionals who are eager to take ownership and responsibility in driving innovation forward. 

C-3 provides both full-time and part-time employment opportunities (60% or more), offering flexible work schedules to accommodate the unique needs of our talented team. In addition to the opportunity to grow alongside the company, C-3 offers competitive salaries as well as a comprehensive benefits package. 

Technical and Experience Requirements  

  • Demonstrate solid analytical capability and proficient programming skills using one or multiple languages such as C/C++, Java, Python, etc. Familiar with the lifecycle of software development.  
  • Post-graduate degrees in the fields of computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or related. Ph.D. or equivalent research experience are preferred. 
  • Recent publications in fields such as communications, networking, AI/ML, and robotics. 

 Desired Qualifications (one or multiple)  

  • Development experience with Linux on embedded platforms, cross-compilation, or HW/SW co-design. 
  • Prior successful experience in developing technical proposals to bid government BAAs or SBIRs. Experience in executing technical development for such projects are also highly valued. 
  • Especially desired are veterans or former contractors with front-line technology deployment and transition experiences.  

 Work Authorization  

Must be either a US Citizen or a permanent resident. 

To apply:  Send cover letter and resume to hr@c3commsystems.com

Wireless Networking Research Engineer

C-3 is looking for enthusiastic technologists to expand its core technical team in the Washington DC metro area. C-3 seeks individuals who are motivated by work on important leading-edge technologies and embrace a fast-paced and rapidly-changing startup environment. Ideal candidates are those who have deep technical know-how, sophisticated hands-on skills, feel comfortable working independently, are team-oriented and are willing to take responsibility and ownership of their projects. 

C-3 employs on a full-time or part-time basis and supports a flexible working schedule in order to meet the individual needs of our talented staff. In addition to the opportunity to grow with the company, C-3 offers competitive salaries with comprehensive benefits. 

 Role and Responsibility 

 In a small and fast-paced startup environment, the research engineer will play multiple roles:  

  • The research engineer must be a proficient software developer with deep understanding of the full lifecycle of software development.   
  • The research engineer will architect, prototype, develop and verify operational software systems for C-3’s products and systems. 
  • The research engineer will be working with the team to quickly respond to technical issues raised by customers or marketing needs. 
  • The research engineer shall develop technical documents to facilitate both internal development and external delivery. 
  • The research engineer will take part in presenting our products and systems to existing and potential customers, sponsors, and partners. 

 Technical and Experience Requirements  

  • Very efficient and professional in programming using one or multiple languages, such as C/C++, Java, Shell, or Python, etc. Familiar with software build environment configurations in Linux, debugging tools, and software development methodology. 
  • In-depth understanding of wireless networking systems and protocols, such as MANET. having addressed and/or understands issues such as the MAC layer implementations, MANET routing, etc. Well versed in the practical challenges faced by wireless networks. 
  • In-depth understanding and extensive hands-on experience with Linux-based networking development. Working knowledge on networking in Linux user space and kernel, virtual bridges and VLANs, tunneling, firewalls, and network security, etc. Experience with networking experimentation tools, such as Wireshark, MGEN, etc. 
  • Practical experience with TCP/IP-based network protocols and working knowledge about recent development in transport protocols. 
  • Bachelor or above degrees in the fields of computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or related. 

 Desired Qualifications (one or more)  

  • Prior experience in executing Government sponsored R&D projects and proposal development. 
  • Working knowledge in CDN and/or information-centric networking such as CCN or NDN. 
  • Development experience with Linux on embedded platforms, cross-compilation, or HW/SW co-design.  
  • Hands-on experience with SDN/OpenFlow/Open vSwitch and/or network function virtualization (NFV).  
  • Practical experience with virtualization, VM/containers, Kubernetes and/or docker swarm, cloud deployment, and commercial clouds. 
  • Publications in fields such as communications, networking, security, AI/ML, etc. 

 Work Authorization  

  • Must be either a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.

    To apply:  Send cover letter and resume to hr@c3commsystems.com