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Dalcom LLC

RF Signal Processing Engineer

Aberdeen, MD · On-site

$115K - $180K/yr

Develop algorithms for Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Digital Beam Forming (DBF), and general I/Q processing; implement these algorithms in C++ and integrate into distributed simulation environment

Norbert Health

Signal Processing Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

Strong fundamentals in digital signal processing, statistical methods, and real-time systems * Deep ... Familiarity with DevOps practices for reproducible research (experiment tracking, data versioning)

CoVar

Signal Processing Engineer

Durham, NC · On-site

RF System Integration: Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms into RF systems and ensure optimal end-to-end performance. * Performance ...

Norbert Health

Signal Processing Engineer

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

Strong fundamentals in digital signal processing, statistical methods, and real-time systems * Deep ... Familiarity with DevOps practices for reproducible research (experiment tracking, data versioning)

Norbert Health

Signal Processing Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

Strong fundamentals in digital signal processing, statistical methods, and real-time systems * Deep ... Familiarity with DevOps practices for reproducible research (experiment tracking, data versioning)

CX2

Signal Processing Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$140K - $190K/yr

Digital Signal processing: Design, characterize, and deliver algorithms such as channelizers ... OR a Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline with 3-5 years relevant working Signal ...

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Signal Processing Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$140K - $190K/yr

Digital Signal processing: Design, characterize, and deliver algorithms such as channelizers ... OR a Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline with 3-5 years relevant working Signal ...

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Signal Processing Engineer

El Segundo, CA

Digital Signal processing: Design, characterize, and deliver algorithms such as channelizers ... OR a Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline with 3-5 years relevant working Signal ...

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AspectContract Digital Signal Processing EngineerContract Electrical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, specialized in signal processingBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentDesigning algorithms, software development, testing in labs or officesHardware design, circuit testing, system integration in labs or field
Industry UsageTelecommunications, audio/video processing, defensePower systems, electronics manufacturing, automation

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RF Signal Processing Engineer

RF Signal Processing Engineer

Dalcom LLC

Aberdeen, MD • On-site

$115K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Job Title: RF Signal Processing Engineer
Company: Dalcom Engineering
Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Salary: $115,000-$180,000
Position Overview: Dalcom Engineering in is currently seeking a RF Signal Processing Engineer, to assist in the development of Modeling & Simulation (M&S) software supporting the development and sustainment of a U.S. Army Radar System Integration Laboratory (SIL)
About Us: Founded in 1998, Dalcom Engineering is a HUBZone certified small business committed to providing engineering solutions to the Government and private sectors. Through specializations in computer programing/software development, engineering modeling and combat systems analysis, Dalcom Engineering takes pride in building and empowering teams that will continue to grow with us.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop algorithms for Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Digital Beam Forming (DBF), and general I/Q processing; implement these algorithms in C++ and integrate into distributed simulation environment
  • Provide expertise in signal processing, particularly in the processing of radar I/Q data
  • Analyze gaps and tradeoffs in existing simulations environment, and develop corresponding Courses of Action (COAs)
  • Communicate proposed approaches and findings to all levels of leadership
  • Collaborate in technical discussions to assist with near- and long-term system planning
  • Prepare technical reports and conference papers describing findings and future work
  • Write test procedures for algorithm evaluation and analysis
  • Manage code quality through version control, automated software builds, and automated unit testing

Qualifications/Desired Skills:
  • Bachelor's Degree Electrical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, Physics or equivalent with 3+ years of relevant experience
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET Security Clearance
  • Radar systems development experience including signal processing, algorithms, software, data analysis, and modeling & simulation
  • Experience creating engineering test plans and working with radar systems-including subsystem/component knowledge and hands-on design, integration, or testing of radars, transmitters, and sensors.

Desired Qualifications:
  • 2+ years of experience in radar system design, development, engineering, test, evaluation, and data analysis
  • Proactive continuous learner, ideally with public repositories on GitLab, GitHub, etc.
  • Quality technical writing skills
  • Good understanding of unit testing in a C++ environment
  • Competent understanding of Python

What We Offer:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

If you're driven by intellectually stimulating work, enjoy collaborating with talented peers, and thrive in a high-performing environment, then Dalcom may be for you!
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Industry

Software development

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Greensboro, NC, US

Year founded

1997

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