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Radar Signal Processing Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

This position affords new or experienced engineers continued opportunities to learn and grow in ... Research and development of advanced digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms * High-fidelity ...

Leidos

Radar Signal Processing Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$69K - $125K/yr

This position affords new or experienced engineers continued opportunities to learn and grow in ... Research and development of advanced digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms * High-fidelity ...

Leidos

Radar Signal Processing Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

This position affords new or experienced engineers continued opportunities to learn and grow in ... Research and development of advanced digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms * High-fidelity ...

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As of Jun 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level digital signal processing engineer in the United States is $131,349.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,500.00 and $147,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as an Entry Level Digital Signal Processing Engineer, you need a solid background in mathematics, signal processing theory, and programming, usually supported by a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Experience with tools like MATLAB, Simulink, and Python, as well as familiarity with DSP algorithms and hardware platforms, is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and effective communication help you collaborate with teams and convey technical concepts clearly. These skills and qualities are crucial for developing efficient DSP solutions and contributing effectively to engineering projects.

What types of projects and technologies will I typically work on as an entry level Digital Signal Processing Engineer?

As an entry level Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer, you'll often work on projects involving the analysis, design, and implementation of algorithms for processing signals such as audio, video, radar, or communications data. You may use tools like MATLAB, Python, or C/C++ to develop and test signal processing algorithms, and collaborate with hardware and software teams to integrate your solutions into larger systems. Expect to participate in code reviews, documentation, and debugging sessions, as well as learning about real-time processing constraints and industry standards. This experience provides a solid foundation for advancing to more specialized or senior engineering roles.

What does an Entry Level Digital Signal Processing Engineer do?

An Entry Level Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer assists in designing, developing, and testing algorithms and systems that process digital signals such as audio, video, or sensor data. They typically work with teams to implement DSP techniques in hardware or software, analyze signal data, and optimize solutions for performance and efficiency. These engineers may also help with debugging, documentation, and supporting senior engineers on various projects. Common industries include telecommunications, audio engineering, and embedded systems.
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Radar Signal Processing Engineer

Radar Signal Processing Engineer

Leidos

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

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8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.
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Leidos' Defense Open Sensors Division is seeking a Radar Signal Processing Engineers to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex sensor and radar orientated problems. This position affords new or experienced engineers continued opportunities to learn and grow in technical knowledge of sensor and radar systems. The department encourages and frequently incorporates new ideas from all employees into our many sensor projects which span the entire DoD ecosystem. Opportunities for advancement into senior technical roles, as well as project or personnel management are also available.
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Primary Responsibilities
  • Research and development of advanced digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms
  • High-fidelity radar and RF modeling, simulation, and analysis. Related tool feature development and maintenance
  • Integration and field testing of RF sensors and systems
  • CONUS/OCONUS deployment of advanced sensor systems
  • A variety of tasks related to signal processing, measurement tracker processing, system performance metrics, sensor simulation, or utility tools as part of larger efforts or customer goals will be assigned. In this role, your organizational skills will be paramount and managing multiple tasks while ensuring the work remains compatible with the group's larger codebases.

Basic Qualifications
  • BS degree from an ABET accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering or related technical field with 4-8 applicable years of experience -OR- MS degree from an ABET accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering or related technical field plus 2-6 years of experience.
  • Must have excellent math skills and/or possess and show good fundamentals in one or more of the following:
  • Signals and systems
  • Digital signal processing
  • Tracking algorithms
  • Electromagnetics
  • Should be able to apply one or more of the above skills to the areas of radar modeling & simulation, antenna array theory, digital signal processing, tracking, algorithm development, and field testing of sensor systems.
  • Demonstrated experience in understanding, evaluating, and implementing published scientific literature from sources such as IEEE.
  • Experience working with Matlab, Python, or similar scientific-based programming tools to implement math or scienced based phenomenology related to linear systems, digital signal processing, tracking, or electromagnetics is required.
  • Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and a strong technical background.
  • Must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL, area. This is NOT a remote or work-from-home position.
  • Must be a US citizen, possess or able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in high performance computing languages such as C++ including CUDA
  • Experience in development or operations of radar HWILs
  • Experience with ADCs, DACs, clock distribution, or embedded systems
  • Highly organized, demonstrating the ability to work independently at times due to fast-paced and highly productive work environment
  • Experience working on any radar or communications related program or project
  • Ability to create design documentation, requirements specifications, and other technical documentation
  • Experience utilizing AI tools to augment technical output (i.e. to improve/automate documentation or code generation)
  • Experience in Radar Resource Management algorithms and approaches to low-latency radar scheduling
  • MS degree from an ABET accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
  • Relevant publications in listed technology areas

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Original Posting:
June 16, 2026
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:
Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00
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.

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