Digital Signal Processing Software Engineer - R115

Location: Herndon, VA

Department: RF Signal Processing - Deep Learning/AI

Location Type: IN_OFFICE

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

What do we look for?

• Intellectually curious and are stimulated by researching and developing new and advanced techniques and technologies in the areas of digital signal processing and machine learning
• Eager to embrace investigating complex problems without obvious solutions
• Thrive in highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team environments, working closely with software engineers, DevOps, and other domain experts to deliver mission-focused solutions. Passionate about working meaningful programs that protect our nation’s and allies’ security

As a member of our collaborative team, you will:

• Design and implement complex signal processing solutions that support US intelligence and defense agencies
• Research and develop advanced DSP and machine learning algorithms and techniques in application areas including radar, electronic warfare, SIGINT, and RF geo-location
• Create DSP and machine learning models that process and understand signal data faster, more accurately, and more efficiently
• Transition DSP and signal processing-based neural networks to field-ready, real-time software applications and systems
• Take a full‑system, end‑to‑end mindset when designing solutions with consideration of signal collection, processing, software implementation, deployment, and operational integration

What do you need to succeed?

• United States citizenship and an active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
• BA/BS in electrical engineering, physics, applied mathematics, computer science, or related technical discipline
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience creating, developing, and implementing DSP solutions in support of IC and DoW needs in on premises, hybrid on-premises/cloud, and pure cloud processing platforms
• Strong communication skills to convey complex technical concepts, both internally and to external groups, including customers
• Ability to rapidly develop prototype DSP and ML algorithm concepts and ideas, with an eye towards operationalization
• Programming experience in SIGINT‑relevant DSP environments (e.g., X‑Midas, Python‑based DSP frameworks, real‑time processing pipelines)

Clearance Required:  Top Secret/SCI