Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer Location: Tysons Corner, VA, US Job ID: ATR 17392 Job Description Job Title: Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer Job Location: Tysons Corner, Virginia Eligibility/Clearance: US Citizenship required. This position supports a government contract About Us: Our client is an industry leader inDigital Signal Processing (DSP)and Radio Frequency (RF)technologies. Our innovative solutions power mission-critical applications across aerospace, defense, telecommunications, and wireless communications. They specialize in designing and delivering advanced RF systems, software-defined radios (SDR), and signal processing algorithms for the most demanding environments. We are seeking a Digital Signal Processing Engineer to design, develop, and optimize signal processing algorithms for cutting-edge RF systems. This is an exciting opportunity to work on next-generation DSP solutions and play a critical role in advancing our RF and communications technology. Job Description: TheDigital Signal Processing Engineerwill be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing advanced signal processing algorithms for RF communications systems. This role requires deep technical expertise in DSP theory, algorithm development, and RF system design. You will work closely with hardware engineers, software developers, and systems engineers to deliver solutions that meet the highest performance standards. Responsibilities: Algorithm Development & Implementation - Design and implement DSP algorithms for modulation, demodulation, filtering, error correction, and spectrum analysis. - Develop real-time signal processing software for embedded platforms and software-defined radios (SDR). - Optimize signal processing algorithms for performance, accuracy, and power efficiency. - Simulate and validate DSP algorithms usingMATLAB,Python, C++, or othermodeling tools. System Design & Integration - Collaborate with RF engineers to integrate DSP algorithms into complex RF systems. - Perform system-level modeling and simulation to predict and improve performance. - Design and implement DSP pipelines for real-time and post-processing applications. - Support hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and field deployment. Testing & Validation - Develop and execute test plans to verify algorithm performance against system requirements. - Use RF test equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators) to validate designs. - Analyze and interpret RF signal data for performance evaluation and troubleshooting. Documentation & Collaboration - Document algorithm design, development processes, and testing methodologies. - Participate in design reviews, ensuring compliance with RF standards and government regulations (e.g., FCC, MIL-STD). - Work with cross-functional teams to deliver robust and scalable DSP solutions. Requirements: Education: - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Signal Processing, or a related field (Ph.D. is a plus). Experience: - 3-7 years of experience inDSP algorithm developmentfor RF or wireless communications. - Proven expertise in real-time DSP implementation onembedded platforms(e.g., FPGAs, DSP processors). - Strong knowledge of RF signal processing, including modulation techniques, spectrum analysis, and interference mitigation. Technical Expertise: - Strong proficiency in DSP algorithms, including: - Modulation/Demodulation (e.g., QAM, PSK, OFDM). - Signal Filtering (e.g., FIR, IIR, adaptive filters). - Error Correction (e.g., FEC, LDPC, Viterbi). - Signal Detection and Estimation. - Programming skills inC/C++, Python, MATLAB, orSimulink. - Understanding of communication protocols (e.g., LTE, 5G, Wi-Fi, satellite communications). - Experience with RF hardware and signal chain design (receivers, transmitters, ADC/DAC). Soft Skills: - Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex issues. - Effective communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. - Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with software-defined radios (SDR) (e.g., GNU Radio, USRP, Ettus). - Knowledge of FPGAs and VHDL/Verilog for DSP acceleration. - Familiarity with machine learning techniques applied to signal processing. - Experience working on government/DoD contracts and adherence to MIL-STD. - Active security clearance (or ability to obtain one). Arena Technical Resources, LLC, (ATR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) who will provide equal employment opportunity to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family structure, genetic information, or mental or physical disability. 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