Innovations Engineer - Communications & Signal Processing
The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University
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Job summary
The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University invites applications for a Communications and Signal Processing Engineer to support research, development, analysis, and prototyping of resilient communications and signal processing systems for national security. The role emphasizes collaboration with DoD sponsors and field-tested approaches.
The position requires strong technical foundations in waveform design, detection/estimation, protocol development, and channel modeling, with
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science.
- Experience with signal processing and communications systems.
- Ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities
- Develop, test, and evaluate signal processing algorithms and communication techniques.
- Model and simulate PHY protocols and waveforms.
- Prototype communication capabilities using SDRs and open‑source tools.
- Contribute to waveform, modulation, and algorithm design for challenging channels.
- Perform system‑level analysis and performance assessments.
- Document findings and present results to sponsors.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across ARL and with sponsors.
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Job description
The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University invites applications for a Communications and Signal Processing Engineer to support research, development, analysis, and prototyping of resilient communications and signal processing systems for national security. The role emphasizes collaboration with DoD sponsors and field-tested approaches.
The position requires strong technical foundations in waveform design, detection/estimation, protocol development, and channel modeling, with
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