Signals Software Engineer Subject Matter Expert

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Signals Software Engineer Subject Matter Expert in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA).  Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more.  Join us and make a difference in National Security!  

Responsibilities Include:

Join our mission-critical team as a SIGNAL Software Engineer Subject Matter Expert to develop, deploy, and innovate systems that advance SIGINT capabilities. This role combines expertise in signal processing, software design, and analytic support to optimize customer signal intelligence systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide SIGINT Development (SIGDEV) analytic support to optimize and enhance customer signal processing systems.

• Analyze module/model outputs from signals of interest to design follow-on processing for improved signal interpretation and intelligence gathering.

• Design and implement advanced signal processing software using platforms like MATLAB, Python, or C/C++, adhering to stringent performance and accuracy standards.

• Develop novel processing solutions by creatively leveraging Commercial and Government Off-The-Shelf (COTS/GOTS) systems for enhanced functionality.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers and analysts, to ensure successful integration and deployment of software modules.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation for design processes, algorithms, and software implementations, facilitating knowledge sharing and project continuity.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science from an accredited college or university. Ten (10) or more years of software development experience using modern programming environments. In lieu of a degree an additional four (4) years of experience may be substituted.

• Ten (10) years experience with SIGINT Development analytic support.

• Proficiency in programming languages like C/C++ and Python, with experience in Software-Defined Radios (SDRs) such as REDHAWK/RFNext or GNU Radio.

• Strong foundation in RF signal analysis, Signals Development (SIGDEV), and DSP principles, particularly in satellite communications system design.

• Knowledge of geolocation technologies and their application in signal processing solutions.

• Experience with containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes, as well as Unix/Linux environments for system development.

• Familiarity with GPU/CUDA development for performance optimization and message queue implementation for efficient data handling.

• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with adaptability and a passion for continuous learning and improvement.

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Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.