Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer - 27741 *

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 65,593 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Digital Signal Processing Subject Matter Expert to join their team in Dayton, Ohio. The role involves creating and maintaining DSP software, evaluating new technologies, and collaborating with a multi-discipline team. Candidates should have a relevant degree and several years of experience in digital signal processing, along with strong problem-solving and communication skills. This position requires a Secret security clearance, and no remote work is available.

Qualifications

• 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field.
• 3+ years of digital signal processing experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and augment digital signal processing software.
• Present status reports to internal stakeholders.
• Evaluate new tools and technologies for improvements.

Skills

Digital signal processing

Problem-solving

Good written and oral communication

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degrees in related field

High School Diploma with 6 years relevant experience

Tools

C/C++

MATLAB

Python

RF test equipment

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Requisition Number: 27741

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $65,593.00 - $90,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Mid

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems. HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution – by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class.

Job Description

Candidate must be able to function as the Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Subject Matter Expert for our team. The candidate must be able to solve problems creatively, communicate effectively, and proactively engage in technical decision making to achieve objectives. This individual will be a team player and work well with technical professionals in an agile environment. The position requires the ability to go from a processing model to hardware reality with a multi-discipline team.

This position is located onsite WPAFB. No virtual or hybrid is available.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Be part of a team responsible for creating, maintaining, and augmenting digital signal processing software
• Present status reports to key internal stakeholders
• Evaluate new tools, technologies, and processes to improve digital signal processing chains
• Other job‑related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degrees in Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering or an equivalent work experience
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance with advanced security checks
• Minimum Secret clearance is required to start
• 3+ years of digital signal processing experience
• Cellular/satellite communications, wireless protocols, algorithms, data analysis
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Self‑starter – takes the initiative to research, learn, and deliver. Anticipates the play
• Team player – humble, collaborative, and focused on making sure the entire team succeeds

Preferred Requirements

• 3+ years of programming experience in C/C++, MATLAB and Python
• 3+ years of experience with CUDA/FGPA signal processing
• 3+ years of experience with RF test equipment
• Desired experience with X‑Midas, GNU Radio and/or REDHAWK
• Desired experience with containers like Docker and Kubernetes
• Desired experience working in cloud environment

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role’s location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII’s Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role’s function and a candidate’s education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address. Additionally, you may also call 1‑844‑849‑8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.