DSP Algorithms Engineers 4

Chipton-Ross, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Chipton-Ross, Inc. is seeking 2 DSP Algorithms Engineers (Lead or Senior) for a contract opportunity in El Segundo, CA. This 100% onsite role focuses on designing and developing space-based digital communication systems for satellite programs.

You will lead or contribute to multi-disciplinary teams, work on DSP/communications algorithms, and collaborate with customers and suppliers through system definition, development, and testing phases.

Qualifications

• Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing 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 DSP/ digital communications algorithms and techniques (equalization, turbo/viterbi coding/decoding, channel estimation, filter design, resampling theory, etc.).
• 3+ years of experience in Matlab or Simulink.
• 1+ years of experience working with FPGAs or ASICs.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing next generation RF and digital satellite communication systems.
• Developing and verifying multi-rate, fixed-point signal processing algorithms.
• Conducting performance analysis of signal processing models.
• Performing waveform development and characterization.
• Performing trade studies.
• Supporting integration and test of payloads and spacecraft from unit level through in-orbit operations.
• Supporting HDL-level design and verification.
• Performing detailed system design and verification activities.
• Leading teams.
• Leading IR&D activities.

Skills

DSP Algorithms

Matlab/Simulink

Digital Communications

Systems Engineering

FPGA/ASIC

Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or related field

Master's degree or PhD preferred for senior roles

Tools

Matlab

Simulink

HDL Tools

Job description

Chipton-Ross is seeking 2 DSP Algorithms Engineers 4 for a contract opportunity in El Segundo, CA.

100% onsite

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
• Experience in Digital signal processing (DSP) / Digital Communications algorithms and techniques (equalization, turbo/viterbi coding/decoding, channel estimation, filter design, resampling theory, etc.).
• 3+ years of experience with Matlab or Simulink.
• 5+ years of experience in core digital communications and signal processing theory.
• 3+ years of experience in systems engineering (requirements definition, allocation, verification, architecture design and trade design).
• 1+ years of experience working with FPGAs or ASICs.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Client is seeking DSP Algorithms Engineers (Lead or Senior) to join the Space, Intelligence and Weapons Systems teams in El Segundo, CA! Client's Space, Intelligence and Weapons Systems oversees the company's major commercial and government satellite and ground programs for communications, national defense, and other missions.

As 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 actively drive a highly-motivated team that works with domestic or international customers on their latest satellite systems.

Project assignments typically span the unit life cycle, from internal trades, concept studies and system definition, to satellite unit development and test. Candidates will belong to or lead a systems engineering team interacting with customers, suppliers, program management, integration and test engineers, and senior technologists.

• Designing and developing next generation RF and digital satellite communication systems.
• Developing and verifying multi-rate, fixed-point signal processing algorithms.
• Conducting performance analysis of signal processing models.
• Performing waveform development and characterization.
• Performing trade studies.
• Supporting integration and test of our payloads and spacecraft from unit level through in-orbit operations.
• Supporting HDL-level design and verification.
• Performing detailed system design and verification activities.
• Leading teams.
• Leading IR&D activities.

Work statement is a non-managerial role, non-leadership role.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• Experience with lab equipment (oscilloscope, waveform generator, spectrum analyzer).
• Experience leading teams of engineers.
• 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree and 9 or more years' experience, Master's with 7 or more years' experience or PhD with 4 or more years' experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry.

WORK HOURS:

Full-Time/First Shift

8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

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.