Principal DSP Engineer

Sr. Principal Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer Location: Cincinnati, OH Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite Employment Type: Contract Contract Duration: 42 Weeks Pay Rate: $80-$90/hr Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Sr. Principal Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer to support advanced defense and intelligence applications in Cincinnati, OH. This position will focus on developing cutting-edge Digital Signal Processing algorithms, primarily using MATLAB, with additional development potentially involving C/C++, Python, embedded software, GPU computing, or FPGA technologies. The engineer will work with a highly technical, cross-functional team supporting advanced RF, radar, communications, electronic warfare, digital hardware, and signal-processing systems. What Youll Be Doing Develop and implement advanced Digital Signal Processing algorithmsPerform algorithm development, modeling, simulation, and analysis using MATLABWork with signal-processing algorithms in the time and frequency domainsSupport applications involving RF signal processing, radar, digital communications, electronic warfare, software-defined radios, and image processingDevelop and optimize signal-processing solutions for real-time applicationsSupport software and/or FPGA-based implementation of signal-processing algorithmsCollaborate with engineers across DSP, RF, antenna design, digital hardware, embedded software, and cyber/software developmentPotentially apply AI/ML techniques to signal-processing applications including classification, denoising, source separation, and anomaly detection Required Qualifications Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) security clearanceU.S. Citizenship requiredStrong professional experience in Digital Signal Processing (DSP)Proficiency with MATLAB specifically for DSP and algorithm developmentProficiency in software development or FPGA designOne of the following education/experience combinations:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline with 8+ years of experienceMaster's degree with 6+ years of experiencePhD with 4+ years of experience Highly Relevant Experience Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable: RADAR, including SAR/ISARRF signal processingElectronic Warfare (EW)Software-Defined Radios (SDR)Digital communication systems and modulation techniquesLPI/LPD waveformsRF signal-processing chains and link budgetsC/C++ or PythonEmbedded software development in Linux/UNIX environmentsFPGA developmentVHDL or VerilogXilinx, Altera/Intel, or Microsemi FPGAsCUDA, OpenCL, or Vulkan GPU developmentAI/ML applied to signal processingTechnical leadership experience Position Details Location: Cincinnati, OHWork Arrangement: 100% onsitePay: $80-$90/hourContract Duration: 42 weeksEmployment Type: ContractSecurity Clearance: Active TS/SCI requiredU.S. Citizenship: Required At 40 hours per week, the $80-$90/hr pay range equates to approximately $134,400-$151,200 in gross earnings over the 42-week contract, assuming 40 paid hours each week. Apply If you have a strong background in Digital Signal Processing, MATLAB, radar/RF systems, software development, or FPGA development and currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance, please apply to learn more about the opportunity. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Cincinnati, OH. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $10.00 - $10.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Cincinnati,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. 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