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Technical Project Manager

Arlington, VA · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information System, or another ... Oversee and support the localization of systems to multiple sites at the VA * This position may ...

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Junior Digital Signal Processing Engineer - TS/SCI

Parsons

Chantilly, VA • On-site

$103K - $181K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and optimize digital signal processing algorithms for specific applications.

  • Implement DSP algorithms in software and/or hardware using programming languages such as C, C++, MATLAB, Python.

  • Conduct simulations, testing, and debugging of DSP algorithms to validate functionality and performance.

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7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.

Job Description:

Parsons Corporation, is seeking qualified candidates to fill a Junior Digital Signal Processing Engineer (DSP) positions at our headquarters in Herndon & Chantilly, VA.

We are currently searching for full-time Digital Signal Processing Engineers that will design, develop and maintain complex systems. We meet customer and mission needs by leveraging cutting-edge research and technology, using small teams to rapidly get capabilities into the hands of the warfighter. Our technical efforts focus on signal processing, image processing, full-motion video, mission planning, and data analytics.

As an integral part of our team, you would work on one or more efforts at a time, assisting with multiple parts of the development process, including design, development, testing and deployment. Since we deal with specific customer needs, it will be necessary to understand the problem, to utilize methods from a potentially wide variety of domains, produce functional solutions, and see the efforts through to completion. Opportunities to cross-cut technical areas and hone adjacent skills abound.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Design, develop, and optimize digital signal processing algorithms for [specific application, e.g., audio, communications, radar, etc.]

  • Implement DSP algorithms in software and/or hardware using programming languages such as C, C++, MATLAB, Python, etc.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate DSP solutions into larger systems and ensure compatibility

  • Conduct simulations, testing, and debugging of DSP algorithms to validate functionality and performance

  • Stay updated on advancements in DSP technologies and apply innovative techniques to sole novel challenges

  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to signal processing, hardware/software integration, andsystem performance

  • Support product development lifecycle, including prototyping, testing, and deployment of DSP-based systems

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • Must have a Bachelor's or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related discipline

  • TS/SCI is required

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in software implementation of algorithms related to digital wireless communications, signal processing, signal geolocation, estimation theory, image processing, control systems, statistics, machine learning and/or pattern recognition

  • Exposure with one or more tools/frameworks: X-Midas, GNU Radio, MATLAB

  • Minimum of 1 years within one or more programming languages: C/C++, Python

  • Minimum of 1 years of experience with Linux

  • Code management with Git or other common tools

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • Experience with CUDA or other parallel processing and high performance computing frameworks

  • Experience working with ARM or other non-x86 embedded platform

  • Experience using software-defined radio hardware (USRP or similar) for testing and/or prototyping

  • Application of machine learning techniques to signal processing, communications, and signal localization challenges

  • An active TS/SCI w/polygraph is preferred

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!

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