Digital Signal Processing Engineer-TS/SCI

CACI International Inc.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. is seeking a Digital Signal Processing Engineer to join a fast-paced team dedicated to providing solutions for national defense objectives. The role involves designing DSP solutions, influencing requirements, and developing software defined radio systems, contributing to critical mission operations. Candidates must have a strong background in software radio, programming in Python or C++, and active TS/SCI clearance.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan options

Continuing education opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain poly.
• Experience with receiver architectures and modulation techniques.
• Experience in Linux software development.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design and development of DSP solutions.
• Engage in field testing and deployment for mission success.
• Develop robust solutions using processing architecture.

Skills

Software defined radio

Python

C++

Linux

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelors of Science in a scientific, mathematical, or engineering discipline

Job description

Job Profile:

Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineering T3

JR Type:

Funded

Job Category:

Engineering

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

TS/SCI

Percentage of Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Type of Travel:

Continental US, Outside Continental US

Program/Opportunity Name:

Program | Resonator

Referral Bonus Plan:

$3,000Anticipated Posting End: 7/28/2025

Job Description:

The Opportunity:
We are seeking a Digital Signal Processing Engineer to join a highly energetic and fast-paced team of skilled engineers that provide high-priority solutions needed by the Intelligence Community in support of critical national defense objectives. We develop and maintain an innovative high-performance distributed signal processing architecture solving significant computational problems in near real time for the mission success of our customers. As a Digital Signal Processing Engineer, you will be deeply involved in transforming device specifications into realized software defined radio solutions. You will influence and elicit use cases and requirements from our customers, as well as support training of fellow team members and government customers. You will join a dynamic team highly adept at solving complex problems with the application of leading-edge technology solutions, empowering decision-makers to make mission-critical decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Directly contribute in the design and development of digital signal processing solutions

• Be a member of a dynamic, small team where your work immediately contributes to operational products and you will have a strong connection to the impact of your work

• Engage in field testing and deployment of operational capabilities into 24/7 mission centers

• Develop an understanding of our processing architecture, system control interfaces, and data products and then use that knowledge to build robust solutions providing meaningful real-world results

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelors of Science in a scientific, mathematical, or engineering discipline

• An active TS/SCI with the ability to obtain a poly

• Software defined radio experience to include receiver architectures, software channelization, modulation/demodulation techniques, error correcting codes, and spectral analysis

• Proven ability to define, design, and implement robust Python and/or C++ applications

• Strong troubleshooting skills supporting a mission critical operational environment

• Linux software development proficiency

• Good written and verbal skills

Desired:

• Experience with software defined radio and/or X-Midas programming

• Working familiarity with Radio Frequency (RF) systems and test equipment

• Understand and develop link budgets, range estimates, and system sensitivity assessments

Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn morehere.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$90,300 - 189,600 USD

CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.