DSP Algorithms Engineer

Apex Systems; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K

ESPP

HSA

Job summary

Apex Systems’ Everforth Apex is seeking a DSP Algorithms Engineer in El Segundo, CA for an onsite contract role. You will design state-of-the-art RF and digital satellite communication systems and lead waveform development and verification efforts.

Required: a BS in engineering or related field, 5+ years in digital communications and signal processing, 3+ years in systems engineering, and experience with MATLAB/Simulink; FPGA/ASIC exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
• 5+ years of experience in core digital communications and signal processing theory.
• 3+ years of experience in systems engineering including requirements definition, allocation, verification, architecture design, and trade design.
• 3+ years of experience with MATLAB or Simulink.
• 1+ year of experience with FPGAs or ASICs.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop next-generation RF and digital satellite communication systems.
• Develop and verify multi-rate, fixed-point signal processing algorithms.
• Lead HDL-level design and verification and support integration and test.
• Perform waveform development and characterization and trade studies on system design.

Skills

DSP/Signal Processing

Digital Communications

MATLAB/Simulink

FPGA/ASIC

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Oscilloscope

Spectrum Analyzer

Waveform Generator

Job description

# DSP Algorithms EngineerApply**Job#: 3052125****Job Description:**DSP Algorithms Engineer**Location:** El Segundo, California (Onsite)Role OverviewAs a DSP Algorithms Engineer, you will design and develop state-of-the-art, space-based communication systems for commercial, civil, and/or national security programs. You will contribute to a team that works with domestic or international customers on satellite systems. Project assignments span the unit life cycle, from internal trades and system definition to satellite unit development and test.Key Responsibilities* Design and develop next-generation RF and digital satellite communication systems.* Develop and verify multi-rate, fixed-point signal processing algorithms.* Conduct performance analysis of signal processing models.* Perform waveform development and characterization.* Perform trade studies on system design and architecture.* Support integration and test of payloads and spacecraft from unit level through in-orbit operations.* Support HDL-level design and verification.* Perform detailed system design and verification activities.* Lead engineering teams and internal research and development (IR&D) activities.Required Qualifications**Education:** A Bachelor of Science degree is required in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.**Experience:** This position requires five or more years of experience in core digital communications and signal processing theory. It also requires three or more years of experience in systems engineering, including requirements definition, allocation, verification, architecture design, and trade design.**Technical Skills:*** Experience in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Digital Communications algorithms and techniques, such as equalization, turbo/viterbi coding/decoding, channel estimation, and filter design.* Three or more years of experience with Matlab or Simulink.* One or more years of experience working with FPGAs or ASICs.Preferred Qualifications* Experience with lab equipment such as an oscilloscope, waveform generator, or spectrum analyzer.* Experience leading teams of engineers.* Fourteen or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** El Segundo, CA, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** September 21, 2026**Pay Range:** $80 - $130 per hour