Electrical Engineer - Signal Processing

Vets Hired; Warrenton (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vets Hired is seeking an Electrical Engineer specialized in DSP to develop, test, and optimize DSP algorithms for embedded and real‑time systems. You will implement algorithms in C/C++ and support simulation and validation across cross‑functional teams.

The role requires hands‑on debugging, lab work with oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers, thorough documentation, and active participation in Agile ceremonies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field.
• Strong foundations in DSP fundamentals.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, or MATLAB.
• Experience with debugging tools and laboratory equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• 0–5 years of experience developing or testing DSP algorithms or embedded software.
• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
• Master's degree with focus on Signal Processing or Communication Theory preferred.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks or CI/CD pipelines is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement DSP algorithms using C/C++ for embedded and real-time systems.
• Develop signal processing models and simulations using Python or MATLAB.
• Generate test vectors and evaluate algorithm performance.
• Perform system integration, laboratory testing and debugging.
• Utilize oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers and software debugging tools.
• Maintain technical documentation, test results, and API specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering teams during design reviews and Agile development.
• Modify and optimize DSP algorithms for improved system performance.
• Participate in code reviews and Scrum meetings.
• Support development and testing of real-time embedded software.

Skills

DSP fundamentals

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Real-time systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

Job Summary

The Electrical Engineer - Digital Signal Processing (DSP) is responsible for developing, testing, integrating, and optimizing digital signal processing algorithms for embedded and real-time systems. The role includes algorithm implementation, simulation, system testing, debugging, documentation, and collaboration with engineering teams to support DSP-based applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement DSP algorithms using C/C++ for embedded and real-time systems.
• Develop signal processing models and simulations using Python or MATLAB.
• Generate test vectors and evaluate algorithm performance.
• Perform system integration, laboratory testing and debugging.
• Utilize oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers and software debugging tools.
• Maintain technical documentation, test results, and API specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering teams during design reviews and Agile development.
• Modify and optimize DSP algorithms for improved system performance.
• Participate in code reviews and Scrum meetings.
• Support development and testing of real-time embedded software.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Strong foundation in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) fundamentals.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, or MATLAB.
• Experience with debugging tools and laboratory equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• 0-5 years of experience developing or testing DSP algorithms or embedded software.
• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
• Master's degree with a focus on Signal Processing or Communication Theory is preferred.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks or CI/CD pipelines is a plus.