Principal Signal Processing Engineer

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Job summary

A leading company in the defence industry seeks a Principal Signal Processing Engineer to develop next-generation radar products. The role involves applying engineering principles across the development lifecycle, managing requirements, and collaborating with design teams. Candidates should have a strong background in Signal Processing and MATLAB, with a focus on innovative radar solutions.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Potential annual incentives

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Signal Processing algorithms and their implementation.
• Clear understanding of interaction between algorithms, software, and hardware.
• Proficiency in MATLAB modelling.

Responsibilities

• Support design and development of a signal processing platform for radar systems.
• Manage system requirements and create design specifications.
• Plan and execute integration and testing of the signal processing platform.

Skills

Signal Processing algorithms

MATLAB modelling

Applied mathematics

Education

Higher education qualification in a STEM discipline

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Signal Processing Engineer

Location: Cowes, Isle of Wight

Salary: Circa £65k depending on skills and experience

Put yourself into a dynamic Principal Signal Processing Engineer role at the forefront of real-world demands in the defence industry. Alongside ensuring operational excellence for our existing products, there will be the opportunity to develop next-generation radar products to counter emerging threats and contribute to our strategy for new technology. Your new day-to-day will be exciting and diverse, applying the principles of Engineering across the entire development lifecycle as you join in developing radar systems used by those who serve and protect us.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Supporting the design and development of a signal processing platform for next-gen radar systems, using Systems Engineering principles (ISO 15288) throughout the project.
2. Working closely with design leads, engineering teams, and stakeholders to align technical efforts.
3. Managing system and sub-system requirements using IBM DOORS Next and creating design specifications.
4. Building MATLAB models to support algorithm development, testing, and performance validation.
5. Planning and executing integration and testing of the signal processing platform within the overall radar system.
6. Encouraging best practices in design, modelling, and integration to deliver reliable and scalable radar solutions.

Skills and experience:

Essential:

• Strong understanding of Signal Processing algorithms and their implementation in real-time, software-driven environments.
• Clear understanding of the interaction between algorithms, software, and hardware platforms.
• Proficiency in MATLAB modelling and a solid knowledge of applied mathematics.
• Higher education qualification (or equivalent experience) in a STEM discipline.

Desirable:

• Experience applying complex Signal Processing techniques within radar system development.

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems offers employee share plans, flexible discounted health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans, shopping discounts, and potential annual incentives.

The team:

This is an exciting opportunity to develop next-generation radar technology by shaping the architecture and implementation of advanced signal processing platforms. You’ll work across the full engineering lifecycle, applying systems engineering principles and collaborating with experts to bring complex algorithms to life.

If you’re passionate about cutting-edge technology, real-time systems, and mission-critical radar solutions, this role offers both challenge and impact. BAE Systems’ Radar Sector is advancing next-generation radar and sensor systems, supporting UK and export markets. Our Cowes workplace is accessible via ferry from Southampton with a shuttle service from the ferry terminal.

Work Flexibility:

Our working approach offers flexibility with hours, including part-time options, flexible start and finish times, to help balance work and personal life.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place to make a real difference. We value, reward, and empower our employees in an inclusive culture that celebrates integrity and merit.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially underrepresented groups, and are committed to inclusive recruitment processes. If you have a condition that may affect assessments, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Security Clearance:

Many roles require security and export control clearances, including Baseline Personnel Security Standard and higher levels of vetting, which may require 5-10 years of UK residence.

Closing date: 29th May 2025. We may close early if sufficient applications are received, so apply early.