RF Systems Engineer — PNT/DSP Specialist

QED Systems, LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

11 paid holidays

401(k) matching

Medical, dental & vision benefits

Life Insurance & AD&D

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

QED Systems, LLC is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the C5ISR PNT Division at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. You will design RF/DSP systems, simulate architectures, and transform IQ data into actionable intelligence with MATLAB, Simulink, Python, and C/C++ in a rigorous government-facing environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 4+ years of experience, and active Secret clearance. You will work on HIL testing, RF test equipment, and collaboration across engineers and

Qualifications

• Must think critically and apply analytical methodologies to raw data to present clear and precise recommendations.
• Apply critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills to identify root causes, resolve technical issues, and recommend effective solutions.
• Must be able to clearly articulate analysis through both oral and written communication.
• Presentation and briefing skills to top level managers required.
• Must have the technical background and skills to perform in all phases of hardware design, development, and documentation.
• Demonstrate strong emotional intelligence and professionalism while working with diverse teams, customers, and mission partners.
• Adapt to evolving mission priorities, emerging technologies, and dynamic program requirements in fast-paced operational environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, simulate, and implement RF systems and DSP algorithms for government and defense missions.
• Develop RF system architectures, perform link budgets, and evaluate antenna performance.
• Transform IQ data into actionable intelligence through signal processing.
• Prototype, test, and validate DSP algorithms using MATLAB, Simulink, Python and C/C++ tools.
• Support HIL testing and integration for RF and communications systems.
• Operate SDRs, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes for system testing and troubleshooting.
• Develop ML and data fusion techniques to enhance RF signal analysis and classification.
• Model, simulate, and analyze RF and DSP systems to meet requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deploy mission-critical RF solutions.
• Prepare technical documentation and briefings for government stakeholders.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related electronics/electrical discipline

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Python (NumPy/SciPy)

C/C++

Job description

QED Systems, LLC is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the C5ISR PNT Division at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. You will design RF/DSP systems, simulate architectures, and transform IQ data into actionable intelligence with MATLAB, Simulink, Python, and C/C++ in a rigorous government-facing environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 4+ years of experience, and active Secret clearance. You will work on HIL testing, RF test equipment, and collaboration across engineers and