Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer 1Aardvark, LLC

1aardvark; Manassas (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a skilled DSP Engineer based in Manassas, VA. The role focuses on designing advanced signal processing algorithms for next-gen satellite systems using DSP, FPGAs, and software-defined radios. Candidates should have a solid background in DSP algorithm development, FPGA programming, and excellent problem-solving skills. This position offers competitive benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan. The role may start as a contract but has the potential for full-time employment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in DSP for wireless or satellite systems.
• Proficiency in FPGA development, especially with Xilinx Vivado.
• Strong understanding of digital beamforming and MIMO systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize DSP algorithms for satellite communication.
• Develop digital beamforming techniques for antennas.
• Architect signal processing pipelines on FPGAs.

Skills

DSP algorithm development

FPGA development

C/C++ programming

Digital beamforming

Python programming

MATLAB/Simulink

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Xilinx Vivado

Git

Job description

U.S. Citizenship is required

1Aardvark is seeking a highly skilled and motivated DSP Engineer with a strong background in satellite communications, digital beamforming, and FPGA-based signal processing. This role will be instrumental in designing and implementing advanced signal processing algorithms for next-generation satellite systems, leveraging Software Defined Radios, FPGAs, and modern software development practices.

The position ideally will begin as a 1099 contract position, but has the potential to become a full time role.

Location: This is a preferred location is Manassas, VA, occasional travel and in-person meetings may be required. Remote may be considered for the right candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize DSP algorithms for satellite communication systems, including modulation/demodulation, channel estimation, and error correction.
• Develop and deploy digital beamforming techniques for phased array antennas and multi-beam satellite systems.
• Architect and implement signal processing pipelines on FPGAs, using Xilinx Vivado and related toolchains.
• Integrate and test DSP algorithms on Software Defined Radio (SDR) platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including RF, systems, and software engineers to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Contribute to system-level simulations, performance analysis, and prototyping.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code in C/C++, Python, or MATLAB.
• Support lab testing, validation, and troubleshooting of hardware-in-the-loop systems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in DSP algorithm development for wireless or satellite communication systems.
• Proficiency in FPGA development, particularly with Xilinx Vivado, VHDL/Verilog, and high-level synthesis tools.
• Strong understanding of digital beamforming, MIMO systems, and antenna array processing.
• Experience with Reconfigurable Digital Processors.
• Solid programming skills in C/C++, Python, and scripting for automation and testing.
• Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink for modeling and simulation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with space or airborne communication systems.
• Experiecne with digital beam forming algorithm development and implementation.
• Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded software development.
• Familiarity with RF front-end design and system-level integration.
• Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and agile development practices.
• Posess an existing or prior security clearance (within the past 2 years).

Why 1Aardvark

At 1Aardvark, you’ll join a rapidly growing mission-focused company supporting high-impact national security and space programs. We value technical excellence, operational insight, and individual initiative, and we recognize contributions through performance-based discretionary bonuses tied to individual and company success.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid holidays, and paid time off.

As part of our continued growth and upcoming program opportunities, this requisition will remain open. Qualified candidates may be considered for current and future roles as positions become available.

This position is contingent on final contract award.

1Aardvark, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary Range: Dependent on unique qualifications and location.