Electrical Engineer

QED Systems, LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

11 paid holidays

401(k) matching

Medical, dental & vision benefits

Life Insurance & AD&D

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

QED Systems, LLC is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the C5ISR PNT Division at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. You will design RF/DSP systems, simulate architectures, and transform IQ data into actionable intelligence with MATLAB, Simulink, Python, and C/C++ in a rigorous government-facing environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 4+ years of experience, and active Secret clearance. You will work on HIL testing, RF test equipment, and collaboration across engineers and

Qualifications

• Must think critically and apply analytical methodologies to raw data to present clear and precise recommendations.
• Apply critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills to identify root causes, resolve technical issues, and recommend effective solutions.
• Must be able to clearly articulate analysis through both oral and written communication.
• Presentation and briefing skills to top level managers required.
• Must have the technical background and skills to perform in all phases of hardware design, development, and documentation.
• Demonstrate strong emotional intelligence and professionalism while working with diverse teams, customers, and mission partners.
• Adapt to evolving mission priorities, emerging technologies, and dynamic program requirements in fast-paced operational environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, simulate, and implement RF systems and DSP algorithms for government and defense missions.
• Develop RF system architectures, perform link budgets, and evaluate antenna performance.
• Transform IQ data into actionable intelligence through signal processing.
• Prototype, test, and validate DSP algorithms using MATLAB, Simulink, Python and C/C++ tools.
• Support HIL testing and integration for RF and communications systems.
• Operate SDRs, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes for system testing and troubleshooting.
• Develop ML and data fusion techniques to enhance RF signal analysis and classification.
• Model, simulate, and analyze RF and DSP systems to meet requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deploy mission-critical RF solutions.
• Prepare technical documentation and briefings for government stakeholders.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related electronics/electrical discipline

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Python (NumPy/SciPy)

C/C++

Job description

QED Systems, LLC, is currently recruiting an Electrical Engineer to join our team at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD to support our C5ISR Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Division contract.

Duties

• Design, simulate, and implement advanced radio frequency (RF) systems and digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms in support of government and defense mission requirements.
• Develop and analyze RF system architectures, including link budget analysis, waveform characterization, and antenna performance evaluation.
• Transform raw in-phase and quadrature (IQ) data into actionable intelligence products through signal processing and analytical techniques.
• Prototype, test, and validate DSP algorithms using MATLAB, Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), and C/C++ development environments.
• Perform filtering, spectral analysis, channelization, modulation/demodulation, detection theory, and multi-rate signal processing for RF applications.
• Support hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and integration activities for RF and communications systems.
• Utilize software-defined radios (SDRs), spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and related RF test equipment to conduct system testing and troubleshooting.
• Develop machine learning and data fusion techniques to enhance RF signal analysis, detection, and classification capabilities.
• Conduct modeling, simulation, and performance analysis of RF and DSP systems to ensure compliance with technical and operational requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to design, integrate, and deploy mission-critical RF and signal processing solutions.
• Prepare technical documentation, engineering reports, test procedures, and briefings for government stakeholders and program leadership.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to engineers, program managers, and non-technical personnel.
• Foster a collaborative team environment through active participation, constructive feedback, and professional engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
• Applies standard practices and techniques in specific engineering assignments.
• Constructs laboratory breadboards and/or prepares preliminary sketches, writes computer programs or performs analyses/simulations.
• Assists in preparation of data and documentation.
• Instructs, as required, engineering technicians.
• Performs fundamental engineering duties and assists senior engineers in formulating preliminary designs, performing tests, taking measurements and performing system analyses or simulations.

Required Skills & Experience

• Must be able to think critically and apply analytical methodologies to raw data to present clear and precise recommendations.
• Apply critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills to identify root causes, resolve technical issues, and recommend effective solutions.
• Must be able to clearly articulate analysis through both oral and written communication.
• Presentation and briefing skills to top level managers required.
• Must have the technical background and skills to perform in all phases of hardware design, development, and documentation.
• Demonstrate strong emotional intelligence and professionalism while working with diverse teams, customers, and mission partners.
• Adapt to evolving mission priorities, emerging technologies, and dynamic program requirements in fast-paced operational environments.

Required Clearance

• ACTIVE CLEARANCE LEVEL REQUIRED: Secret

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Degree in Engineering or related electronics/electrical discipline.
• At least four (4) years of experience required with progressively more complex experience in design, development, integration and analysis of hardware projects required. Ten (10) years desired.

Travel

Less than 10 % travel is expected for this position. Travel may include continental United States and outside continental United States locations.

Work Environment

This position may be performed in a variety of locations, including but not limited to, commercial and/or government offices, test and integration labs, government facilities and depots, and test & evaluation and proving grounds.

Physical Demands

• Be independently mobile.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and customers.
• Withstand prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and computer use.
• Climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
• Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as glasses/goggles (eyes), ear plugs/muffs (hearing), hard hats, and breathing respirators/masks.

Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work

This is a full‑time position, Monday through Friday. Flexibility around core hours. Travel may occur outside of normal core hours.

Additional Information

Please note this job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Assigned tasks may vary, with or without prior notice, to effectively meet client requirements.

Total Compensation

QED offers a competitive compensation package for full‑time employees. Our total compensation package is value-based and negotiable depending upon the candidate’s specific skills and applicable relevant experience.

Benefits Include

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Additional Benefits

Estimated Salary Range

$80,000.00 - $140,000.00, annually. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. This represents the typical range for fully qualified candidates for this position based on experience, geographic location, and other factors. The final offer amount may vary.

Equal Employment Opportunity

QED Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.