Digital Signal Processing Engineer 2

Chipton-Ross, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Chipton-Ross, Inc. is seeking multiple Digital Signal Processing Engineers for a contract opportunity in Cincinnati, OH. The role emphasizes developing advanced DSP algorithms in MATLAB and CUDA/OpenCL, with exposure to Python and C/C++ in Linux/Windows environments.

Candidates should have a strong background in radar, EW, LPI/LPD waveforms, SDRs, and image processing with AI/ML techniques, and hold a TS clearance. This position involves engagement with government intelligence and DoD programs.

Qualifications

• B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in Electrical/Computer Engineering with advanced DSP knowledge.
• Experience with MATLAB in DSP-focused projects.
• Security clearance or eligibility is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop cutting-edge DSP algorithms in MATLAB or CUDA/OpenCL/Python/C/C++ on Linux/Windows.
• Work with time- and frequency-domain signal processing and RF chains.
• Contribute to projects for US government intelligence agencies and DoD.

Tools

CUDA

OpenCL

Python

C/C++

Linux/UNIX

FPGA design

VHDL/Verilog

Questa/ModelSim

Job description

Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Digital Signal Processing Engineer 2's for a contract opportunity in Cincinnati, OH.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• o BS Degree in Electrical, Computer or related Engineering discipline with 8 years of experience, OR MS Degree in Electrical, Computer or related Engineering discipline with 6 years of experience, OR PhD Degree in Electrical, Computer or related Engineering discipline with 4 years of experience.
• o US Citizenship is required.
• o Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• o EW techniques.
• o Image Processing and AI/ML techniques.
• o LPI/LPD waveforms.
• o RADAR (SAR/ISAR).
• o Software Defined Radios (SDRs).
• o Proficient with MATLAB, with a Digital Signal Processing focus.
• o Proficient in SW (Embedded, applications, AI/ML) or FPGA design.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are seeking cleared Sr. Principal Digital Signal Processing Engineers who are self-motivated, energetic individuals who will be responsible for developing cutting edge algorithms in MATLAB or other programming languages such as CUDA/OpenCL, Python, C/C++ in Linux/UNIX or Windows environments. The preferred candidate will have experience with various Signal Processing algorithms both in time and frequency domains, understanding of Digital Communication Systems and various modulation techniques as well as RF signal processing chains and link budgets.

Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineers contribute to a broad range of applications with exposure to a variety of programs and technologies that provide critical solutions to US government intelligence agencies and the Department of Defense. Practical experience in any of these fields is highly desired:

• o RADAR (SAR/ISAR)
• o LPI/LPD waveforms
• o EW techniques
• o Software Defined Radios (SDRs)
• o Image Processing and AI/ML techniques

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• o Proficient with MATLAB, with a Digital Signal Processing focus.
• oProficient in C/C++, Python, Embedded SW Design in Linux/UNIX environments.
• o Proficient in FPGA design on low SWAP systems.
• o Basic understanding of Digital Communication Systems and RF signal processing chains.
• o Experience applying AI/ML (e.g., deep learning, transformer, or reinforcement?learning models) to signal?processing techniques such as denoising, classification, source separation, or anomaly detection, with emphasis on real?time deployment and performance optimization.
• o Experience in GPU Development (CUDA, OpenCL, or Vulkan) for real-time signal-processing workloads.
• o Experience in Embedded Development in SoCs or DSPs.
• o Experience with VHDL (preferred) or Verilog.
• o Experience with HDL verification tools, such as Questa® or Modelsim®.
• o Experience with Xilinx, Altera (Intel) or Microsemi FPGAs.
• o Experience as a technical lead.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

Bachelors in Science Degree

School must be accredited.

WORK HOURS:

9/80 workweek.

ADDITIONAL:

Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.