Engineer|5385 Engineer|5385

ALTEN; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN in San Diego is looking for a candidate to assist in audio signal processing, characterizing audio algorithms and debugging performance issues. Responsibilities include setting up lab equipment, conducting performance measurements, and creating software scripts using C and Python. A Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science is required. The role is on-site and focuses heavily on collaboration and communication within a team.

Qualifications

• Basic software programming skills and familiarity with C, Python, bash scripting, and Unix.
• Basic signal processing knowledge.
• Familiarity with audio testing and microphone recordings.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with experts to characterize audio algorithms.
• Set up testing equipment and conduct performance measurements.
• Create software scripts for offline tests and simulations.

Skills

Programming skills in C

Python programming

Bash scripting

Basic signal processing knowledge

Familiarity with audio testing

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Computer Engineering

Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Adobe Audition

Qualcomm debug tools

Android debug tools

Matlab

Job description

Responsibilities

The candidate will work closely with audio signal processing experts to characterize various audio algorithms based on different performance metrics and help debug any performance issues. The candidate will set up testing equipment in an audio lab, conduct performance measurements, collect audio recordings, and support debugging of performance and test‑setup issues. The candidate may also create software scripts with Python or Unix shell for offline tests and simulations, and may work on C programming to modify audio processing functions.

Core Competencies

• Highly motivated, independent, go‑getters who can take up challenging tasks and come up with solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Take ownership of projects and proactively ensure success.
• Detail‑oriented and meticulous in following test specifications and solving problems.

Qualifications

• Basic software programming skills and familiarity with C, Python, bash scripting, and Unix operating system.
• Basic signal processing knowledge.
• Familiarity with audio testing and microphone recordings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Audio signal processing knowledge and Matlab programming skills.
• Familiarity with Adobe Audition and microphone measurements.
• Experience with Qualcomm debug tools and Android debug tools.
• Lab testing experience.

Education

Required: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.

Preferred: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science with 1–2 years of software or lab testing experience.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently transports between offices, buildings, and campuses up to half mile.
• Frequently transports and installs equipment up to 5 lbs.
• Performs required tasks at various heights (e.g., standing or sitting).
• Monitors and utilizes computers and test equipment for more than six hours a day.
• Continuous communication which includes the comprehension of information with colleagues, customers, and vendors both in person and remotely.

Location

On‑site Critical in San Diego.