Communications Engineer

Position: Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer Wireless Systems

Overview
A technology-focused organization supporting advanced communications and sensing initiatives is seeking a highly skilled Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer. This role focuses on wireless protocols real-time signal processing and software-defined radio (SDR) systems.

The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex RF challenges developing innovative signal processing solutions and working in a technically rigorous environment. This position contributes to advanced research rapid prototyping and development of operational capabilities for mission-critical applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop engineering solutions for the collection processing and analysis of RF signals
• Apply digital communications expertise including signal detection estimation and demodulation
• Design modeling approaches proofs-of-concept prototypes and deployable systems
• Implement signal processing algorithms using C/C and Python
• Work with real-time SDR platforms and wireless protocol processing systems
• Collaborate with distributed engineering teams and participate in modern code management workflows
• Communicate complex technical concepts through written documentation and technical briefings

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• Experience developing systems for RF signal collection processing and analysis
• Strong understanding of digital communications theory
• Proficiency in C/C and Python
• Experience supporting systems development within national security defense or similar mission-focused environments
• Familiarity with modern version control tools (e.g. Git)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelors degree or higher (or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering Computer Science Mathematics or a related technical discipline

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Software Defined Radio (SDR) platforms
• Familiarity with XMIDAS or similar signal processing environments
• Knowledge of RF geolocation concepts and techniques
• Experience working in complex or contested RF environments
• Understanding of wireless air interface protocols
• Experience developing multi-threaded signal processing algorithms in Python or C on Linux
• Ability to collaborate effectively in distributed engineering teams

This role offers the chance to work on cuttingedge research and development in realtime SDR and advanced protocol processing systems. Youll join a team of highly capable engineers tackling some of the most challenging RF and signal processing problems in the Intelligence and Defense sectors. If youre driven innovative and eager to push the boundaries of DSP technology this position provides the autonomy and technical depth to excel.

Internal notes:

NO JOB HOPPERS

MUST HAVE ACTIVE TS/SCI clearance (REQUIRES US CITIZENSHIP)

Will relocate if needed