Embedded DSP Engineer – Communications & Waveform Design

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking a Signal Processing / Communications Engineer to design waveforms and systems for ISR missions. The role involves real-time embedded implementations, simulations, and collaborative development across multidisciplinary teams in a mission-focused environment.

Requirements include a degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with emphasis on signal processing, 3+ years of experience, and programming skills in C/C++, Python, or MATLAB.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Electrical or Computer Engineering with emphasis on signal processing and communications.
• At least 3 years of relevant signal processing experience.
• Experience designing and implementing signal processing algorithms.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, Python, or MATLAB for signal processing and algorithm development.
• Familiarity with embedded systems design and hardware implementation of signal processing algorithms.
• Strong multi-tasking and engineering/analytical skills.
• Willingness to travel to CONUS/OCONUS field test locations up to 15%.
• Active Secret security clearance; US citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Design communication waveforms, protocols and systems tailored to mission objectives.
• Implement algorithms in real-time embedded systems.
• Conduct simulations and modeling of communication channels to analyze performance and optimize designs.
• Develop signal processing algorithms for detection, classification, demodulation and localization.
• Implement modulators, demodulators and system controllers on embedded hardware.
• Perform laboratory and field testing of systems to evaluate performance and validate design concepts.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to integrate systems into larger platforms or vehicles.
• Stay up-to-date with advancements in communications technology and document engineering processes and test results.

Skills

Signal processing

Embedded systems

Multi-tasking

Analytical skills

Willingness to travel

US citizenship

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical or Computer Engineering

MS degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

C/C++

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking a Signal Processing / Communications Engineer to design waveforms and systems for ISR missions. The role involves real-time embedded implementations, simulations, and collaborative development across multidisciplinary teams in a mission-focused environment.

Requirements include a degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with emphasis on signal processing, 3+ years of experience, and programming skills in C/C++, Python, or MATLAB.