DSP Communications Engineer

NPAworldwide; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide in Tucson, AZ is seeking an experienced DSP Engineer with a strong background in real‑time SDR, wireless protocol processing, and extensive software development. The role requires autonomous work and a TS/SCI clearance is noted in the qualifications.

Candidate experience should include C/C++ and Python development, RF signal processing, and knowledge of digital communications. Strong communication skills and Git familiarity are essential for collaboration in a defense/intelligence

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or related field.
• Experience developing engineering solutions to collect, process, and exploit RF signals.
• Knowledge of digital communications, including detection, estimation, and demodulation.
• C/C++ and Python development.
• Familiarity with code management tools (e.g., Git).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Skills

C/C++ development

Python development

RF signal processing

Digital communications

Communication skills

Git

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or related field

Tools

Git

Job description

Job Description

DSP Engineers have a strong background with proven capabilities against a wide range of wireless protocols, experience performing cutting‑edge research and development on real‑time Software Defined Radio (SDR) and protocol processing systems, and an extensive software development background.

The ideal candidate will be able to work autonomously and without supervision.

Required Qualifications

• Experience developing engineering solutions to collect, process, and exploit RF signals
• Knowledge of digital communications, including detection, estimation, and demodulation
• Capable of developing modeling techniques, producing proofs‑of‑concept, evolving prototype solutions, and delivering operational systems
• C/C++ and Python development
• Systems development experience within the Intelligence and Defense communities
• Familiarity with Code Management (e.g. Git)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• B.S. or higher (or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of SDR
• XMIDAS familiarity
• Geolocation theory and techniques
• Working in complex RF environments
• Knowledge of wireless air interface protocols
• Knowledge of multi-threaded signal processing algorithms in Python/C++ on Linux hosts
• Comfortable working in distributed team environments

Qualifications: A TS/SCI Clearance

• Experience developing engineering solutions to collect, process, and exploit RF signals
• Knowledge of digital communications, including detection, estimation, and demodulation
• Capable of developing modeling techniques, producing proofs‑of‑concept, evolving prototype solutions, and delivering operational systems
• C/C++ and Python development
• Systems development experience within the Intelligence and Defense communities
• Familiarity with Code Management (e.g. Git)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• B.S. or higher (or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or related field

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

DSP Engineers have a strong background with proven capabilities against a wide range of wireless protocols, experience performing cutting‑edge research and development on real‑time Software Defined Radio (SDR) and protocol processing systems, and an extensive software development background.

Salary Type: Annual Salary

Salary Min: $ 140000

Salary Max: $ 175000

Currency Type: USD