Manager, DSP Engineering

Menlo Ventures; Sterling (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Manager of DSP Engineering to advance drone detection technology. The candidate will lead a talented team and enhance security through innovative signal processing. This role combines technical expertise with team development in a high-demand industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary and 401k with employer match

Discretionary paid time off

Paid parental leave for all

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Fitness Programs

Emotional & Mental Wellness support

Learning & Development programs

Snacks in the offices

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a managerial or team leadership role.
• Able to lead teams in digital signal processing challenges.
• Experience developing real-time systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the DSP engineering team and set priorities.
• Guide advanced analysis and feature extraction from RF signals.
• Mentor and develop team members for a collaborative environment.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication

Signal Processing

Collaboration

Education

Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related field

Tools

C++

Python

Job description

Company Overview:Dedrone is the world’s most trusted smart airspace security company. Hundreds of commercial, government and military customers around the world rely on Dedrone’s comprehensive, command and control (C2) solution to protect against the persistent and escalating threat from drones while enabling “good” drones to fly. By leveraging AI/ML, Dedrone is the only solution that provides continuous, autonomous interrogation and verification of drones that enables both multi-sensor and multi-mitigation options onto a single fused "pane-of-glass". Whether on-premise / air-gapped or in the cloud, Dedrone customers can easily detect, track, identify, analyze, and mitigate drone threats.

Your Impact

As the Manager of DSP Engineering, you will lead a team of talented engineers to advance state-of-the-art technology for drone detection and localization through RF spectrum analysis. By guiding the design and implementation of sophisticated signal processing algorithms, you will directly contribute to enhancing security and safety in a rapidly evolving field. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your technical expertise while developing and mentoring a high-performing team. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of DSP innovation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and delivering impactful solutions in a high-demand, high-tech industry.

What You’ll Do

Location: Onsite in Sterling for 3 or more days a week; other days working remotely.
Reports to: Director, RF Engineering

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Oversee the DSP engineering team, setting priorities, managing resources, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• RF Spectrum Analysis: Guide the team in performing advanced analysis and feature extraction from RF signals using Software Defined Radio (SDR) frameworks and state-of-the-art tools.
• Team Development: Mentor and coach team members, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work environment. Support professional growth and technical skill development within the team.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with hardware, software, and data fusion teams to integrate DSP components seamlessly into larger systems, contributing to end-to-end solutions.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay ahead of industry advancements in DSP, SDR, and wireless communication. Identify and implement new tools, techniques, and methodologies to enhance team capabilities and project outcomes.
• Stakeholder Management & Communication: Present findings, updates, and milestones effectively to stakeholders, providing technical insights and ensuring alignment with project objectives. Strong communicating skills, as you will work with stakeholders at all levels of the company, including up to the C-suite.
• Documentation and Standards: Oversee the creation of detailed technical documentation for algorithms, processes, and team workflows. Maintain high standards for software and process robustness.

What You Bring

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field, with 3+ years of experience in a managerial or team leadership role.
• Ability to lead teams and communicate challenges in digital signal processing, including modulation methods, frequency analysis, and digital filters.
• Proficiency in C++ and Python, with experience in developing real-time systems and prototyping signal processing algorithms.
• Understanding of wireless communication systems such as LTE PHY, IEEE802.11 (Wi-Fi), and IEEE802.15.4.
• Excellent leadership and team-building skills, with a track record of managing and mentoring technical teams.
• Outstanding problem-solving abilities, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects, aligning team efforts with organizational objectives, and delivering high-impact results.

Benefits that Benefit You

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• Learning & Development programs
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work

Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Dedrone, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

Dedrone is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Dedrone’s impact on the environment. All Dedrone employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Dedrone employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

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