RF Signal Processing Engineer

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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a RF Signal Processing Engineer The selected candidate will develop Modeling & Simulation (M&S) software supporting the development and sustainment of a U.S. Army Radar System Integration Laboratory (SIL). The position requires technical coordination with internal and external organizations to support requirements definition, near real-time C++ implementations of Digital Signal Processing algorithms, and coordination with teams implementing similar algorithms within MATLAB, as well as within System on a Chip (SoC) embedded solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Develop algorithms for Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Digital Beam Forming (DBF), and general I/Q processing; implement these algorithms in C++ and integrate into distributed simulation environment

• Provide expertise in signal processing, particularly in the processing of radar I/Q data

• Analyze gaps and tradeoffs in existing simulations environment, and develop corresponding Courses of Action (COAs)

• Communicate proposed approaches and findings to all levels of leadership

• Collaborate in technical discussions to assist with near- and long-term system planning

• Prepare technical reports and conference papers describing findings and future work

• Write test procedures for algorithm evaluation and analysis

• Manage code quality through version control, automated software builds, and automated unit testing

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree (STEM) and 5+ years of experience, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree

• 2+ years of experience with MATLAB

• Competent understanding of algorithms and software design patterns

• Development experience on Linux (CentOS, RHEL) and Windows

• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance

• Clearly communicates complex ideas and produces high-impact, well-organized presentations in relevant terms for audiences at all levels

Desired Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in radar system design, development, engineering, test, evaluation, and data analysis

• Proactive continuous learner, ideally with public repositories on GitLab, GitHub, etc.

• Quality technical writing skills

• Good understanding of unit testing in a C++ environment

• Competent understanding of Python

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret 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 - $181,100.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons 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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