DSP Communications Research Scientist with Security Clearance

Work Duties

• Research, design and implement advanced signal processing algorithms in software for a variety of RF applications.
• Work as an individual principal investigator or as part of a small team of engineers.
• Perform RF signal and data analysis, reverse engineering, simulation and modeling.
• Implement new algorithms in C/C++ and Python.
• Support transition of algorithms to real-time, high-performance production computing environments.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, on complex technical subjects to customers, end-users, and partners at varying levels appropriate to each audience.
• Translate customer objectives to technical requirements, manage performance and schedule expectations, and communicate project status and technical performance evaluations.

Desired Qualifications

• An outstanding background in signal processing, digital communications, detection and estimation theory, remote sensing, radar signal processing, adaptive antenna array processing or navigation/geolocation.
• Demonstrated programming skills are required with experience in scientific programming. The ideal candidate has experience with implementation of signal processing algorithms in C/C++ and Python.
• Experience with software defined radio (SDR), baseband architecture, RF architecture and/or wireless propagation and modeling is desirable.
• Experience with modern communications protocols is desirable, including LTE, WCDMA, GSM, 802.11, or 802.16.
• Knowledge of numerical linear algebra is a plus.
• Good customer communication and presentation skills (written and verbal) are essential.

Required Education and Experience

• M.S. in a related field is required, Ph.D. is desirable.
• U.S. Citizenship is required with an in-scope Top Secret/SSBI.
• A minimum of two years of work experience is required with five or more years desirable.