Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer (SIGINT)

Location: Chantilly, Virginia, United States

Salary: $185,000–$250,000 USD per year

Company

hirify.global delivers technical and mission expertise for national security and defense technology challenges.

What you will do

• Design, develop, test, and integrate signal processing algorithms for SIGINT mission systems.
• Build and maintain DSP software in Python and C++ across Linux-based environments.
• Enhance and support X-Midas-based signal processing toolsets.
• Develop analytic tools to process, exploit, and analyze RF and related data.
• Integrate machine learning approaches into signal processing workflows.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and mission partners on requirements, architecture, CONOPs, deployment, and sustainment.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a CI/Poly.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Professional software development experience with Python and C++ in Linux environments.
• Experience with X-Midas or similar signal processing frameworks and SIGINT applications.
• Understanding of the full software development lifecycle and experience working in collaborative engineering teams.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly in written and verbal formats.

Nice to have

• Software-defined radio experience, including receiver architectures, modulation and demodulation, and spectral analysis.
• Experience applying machine learning to signal processing problems.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, telemetry systems, or target tracking systems.
• Knowledge of RF systems, including link budgets, range estimation, or system sensitivity analysis.
• Experience supporting DoD, SIGINT, or electronic warfare missions.

Culture & Benefits

• Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage.
• Health Savings Account with company contribution.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Training and development opportunities, award programs, and company-sponsored events.
• Focus on work-life balance and professional growth.