Principal Signals Software Engineer (Onsite)

Raytheon; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Flexible work schedules

Educational assistance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company is seeking a Principal Signals Software Engineer for their Satellite Ground Systems Team. This onsite role, based in locations like Aurora, CO, requires a strong background in signal processing and programming languages such as Java, C, C++, and Python. Key responsibilities include designing and optimizing software systems and leading software development teams. Candidates must possess an active TS/SCI clearance and a minimum of eight years of relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits including relocation assistance are offered.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in relevant field.
• Strong background in digital signal processing and RF communication.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop signal processing software.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on integration.
• Analyze and optimize signal processing algorithms.
• Lead software development teams to meet project constraints.

Skills

Experience with Radio Frequency (RF)

Skills in software development

Signal processing algorithms

Experience in programming languages (Java, C, C++, Python)

Collaboration skills

Education

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)

Tools

Signals analysis tools

Python

Matlab

Job description

Principal Signals Software Engineer – Satellite Ground Systems Team

In the Principal Signals Software Engineering role, you will design, develop, optimize, and test systems using models to successfully satisfy the customer mission for our satellite ground systems team. This is an onsite position in either State College, PA, Ft. Meade, MD, or Aurora, CO.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes and consequences of design.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to integrate signal processing software with satellite ground systems.
• Develop and implement algorithms for signal processing, including Fourier transforms, digital signal processing, and RF signal processing.
• Analyze and optimize signal processing algorithms for improved performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to signal processing software.
• Lead one or more software development teams and ensure the work is completed in accordance with the constraints of the software development process being used on any project.
• Follow established software processes and procedures, development, documentation and maintenance/management of operations concepts and requirements.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Active and transferable TS/SCI with Polygraph U.S. government issued security clearance prior to start date with the adjudication date less than three years ago from your starting date for this position. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of eight (8) years of prior relevant experience unless.
• Experience as a Signals Software Engineer (SSWE) or equivalent on a project with a focus on Radio Frequency (RF) to include experience with Fourier transforms, filtering, communications theory, digital modulation, error control coding, signals analysis tools (e.g., Wigner-Ville transform (WVT), DVT), and digital signal processing (e.g., adaptive beamforming/ filtering, demodulation).

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with software defined radio architectures.
• Experience in programming languages such as Java, C, C++, and Python.
• Experience with satellite communication systems and ground systems.
• Experience with commercial wireless standards.
• Experience with geolocation techniques.
• Experience with software configuration management.
• Experience with Python and Matlab.

What We Offer

• Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.
• Relocation Eligibility – Relocation assistance is available.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.