Principal Signal Processing Engineer

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Job summary

Join a leading company as a Principal Signal Processing Engineer, involved in developing next-generation radar systems for the defence industry. This role emphasizes operational excellence and collaboration across engineering teams, requiring expertise in signal processing and systems engineering. Enjoy a flexible working environment and competitive benefits while contributing to cutting-edge technology.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Shopping discounts

Potential annual incentives

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Signal Processing algorithms and their real-time implementation.
• Knowledge of interaction between algorithms, software, and hardware platforms.
• Experience applying complex Signal Processing techniques in radar system development.

Responsibilities

• Supporting design and development of signal processing platform for radar systems.
• Collaborating with design leads and engineering teams.
• Managing system requirements and creating design specifications.

Skills

Signal Processing algorithms

MATLAB modelling

Applied mathematics

Systems Engineering principles

Education

Higher education qualification in STEM

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Signal Processing Engineer

Location: Cowes, Isle of Wight

Salary: Circa £65k depending on skills and experience

Overview

Join us as a Principal Signal Processing Engineer at the forefront of real-world demands in the defence industry. Your role will involve ensuring operational excellence of existing products and developing next-generation radar systems to counter emerging threats, contributing to our technological strategy. You will apply engineering principles across the entire development lifecycle to develop radar systems used by those who serve and protect.

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).
2. Collaborating 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. Promoting best practices in design, modelling, and integration to deliver reliable radar solutions.

Skills and Experience:

Essential:

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

Desirable:

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

Benefits:

Competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, flexible health and wellbeing benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans, shopping discounts, and potential annual incentives.

The Team:

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

Why Join Us?

If you are passionate about cutting-edge technology and real-time systems, this role provides 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 and shuttle services.

Work Flexibility:

Our flexible working approach allows for adaptable hours, including part-time options and flexible start and finish times, to help balance work and life.

Our Commitment:

We foster an inclusive culture that values integrity and merit. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in our industry, including women, minorities, and people with disabilities. If you have a condition that might affect assessment performance, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Security and Eligibility:

Many roles require security and export control clearance. Applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard and may need 5-10 years of continuous UK residence for higher security vetting.

Closing date: 29th May 2025. We may close early if sufficient applications are received. Apply early to avoid missing out.