Lead DSP Systems Engineer – Satellite Communications

The Adecco Group; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Systems Engineer 5 to design and develop state-of-the-art, space-based communication systems for national security programs.

You will lead a highly motivated team working with customers on satellite systems from concept to in-orbit operations. Responsibilities include RF/digital system design, signal processing verification, HDL work, and leading teams and R&D efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or related field.
• 3+ years DSP / digital communications algorithms experience.
• 5+ years core digital communications and signal processing theory.
• 3+ years systems engineering experience.
• 1+ years FPGA/ASIC experience.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing next generation RF and digital satellite communication systems.
• Developing and verifying multi-rate, fixed-point signal processing algorithms.
• Conducting performance analysis of signal processing models.
• Performing waveform development and characterization.
• Performing trade studies.
• Supporting integration and test of payloads and spacecraft from unit level through in-orbit operations.
• Supporting HDL-level design and verification.
• Performing detailed system design and verification activities.
• Leading teams.
• Leading R&D activities.

Skills

DSP algorithms

Matlab/Simulink

Digital communications

Systems engineering

FPGA/ASICs

Education

BS in engineering or related field

Tools

Oscilloscope

Waveform generator

Spectrum analyzer

Job description

PDS Defense, Inc. in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Systems Engineer 5 to design and develop state-of-the-art, space-based communication systems for national security programs.

You will lead a highly motivated team working with customers on satellite systems from concept to in-orbit operations. Responsibilities include RF/digital system design, signal processing verification, HDL work, and leading teams and R&D efforts.