Principal Digital Signal Processing Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Principal Digital Signal Processing Engineer (Aerospace): Designing and implementing advanced DSP algorithms for UAS RF signal detection and classification with an accent on reverse engineering wireless protocols and SDR-based system development. Focus on setting the technology roadmap, influencing strategic signal programs, and integrating AI-based classification methods into production-ready C++ implementations.

Location: Must be based in Leesburg, VA. U.S. Citizenship required due to ITAR and contract requirements.

Salary: $153,500–$234,250

Company

A premier autonomous systems company delivering breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains.

What you will do

• Design and implement DSP algorithms to detect and analyze UAS RF signals.
• Reverse engineer RF protocols associated with commercial and custom UAS platforms.
• Develop signal processing workflows in MATLAB and production-ready implementations in C++.
• Analyze RF environments to distinguish UAS signals from background noise.
• Set the strategy and technology roadmap for signal processing and development.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including RF engineers and data scientists.

Requirements

• B.S. or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline.
• 10-15+ years of professional experience.
• Proficiency in C++ and MATLAB.
• Experience in RF signal detection, demodulation, and characterization.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen) to comply with ITAR/EAR regulations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with phased array DF techniques.
• Experience with AI/ML-based classification approaches.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K plan with company matching.
• 9/80 work schedule for improved work-life balance.
• Paid holiday shutdown.