Senior Computer Engineer (REQ 327)

APPLIED PHYSICAL SCIENCES CORP; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

APPLIED PHYSICAL SCIENCES CORP in Groton, CT is seeking a Senior Computer Engineer to support the design and development of underwater maritime systems. The role involves designing complex data handling infrastructure, leading projects, and requiring strong skills in FPGA, C, and C++. Candidates must have at least 4 years in these areas and a BS in engineering. This position offers a dynamic R&D environment with opportunities for innovation in underwater communications.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of FPGA development, VHDL programming.
• 4+ years of C programming for microcontroller and/or DSP.
• 4+ years of C++ programming in a Linux environment.
• Basic understanding of signal processing and MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex data handling infrastructure.
• Conduct laboratory testing and integration with larger systems.
• Lead projects throughout their lifecycle.

Skills

FPGA development

C programming

C++ programming

Signal processing

MATLAB data analysis

Education

BS in electrical engineering and/or computer engineering

Tools

Xilinx IDE

Vivado

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Logic analyzer

Job description

Senior Computer Engineer (REQ 327)

Applied Physical Sciences (APS) is looking for a senior-level computer engineer to join our Sensing and Communications Department. Candidates will support design and development of underwater maritime systems, including payloads for unmanned underwater vehicles, underwater sensing, tracking, and communication arrays, acoustic communication transceivers, wireless power transfer, high‑power acoustic transmit arrays, and electromechanical actuators. A strong track record of designing state machines, algorithms, and embedded systems is required.

Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Design and development of complex data handling infrastructure on embedded systems and implementation of signal processing algorithms on these platforms (50%)
• Laboratory testing and integration with larger electronic systems, and field testing of these systems (30%)
• Project leadership (20%)

Required Attributes and Skills

• 4+ years of FPGA development, VHDL programming, and associated workflows
• 4+ years of C programming for microcontroller and/or DSP development and testing
• 4+ years of C++ programming and compilation in a Linux environment
• Basic understanding of signal processing and MATLAB data analysis
• BS in electrical engineering and/or computer engineering
• Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Attributes and Skills

• Experience designing and developing systems for underwater acoustic sensors
• Experience with System‑on‑Chip/Module and associated workflows
• Experience creating technical content for new products or business development
• Experience with userspace driver development in Linux
• Experience with ADC/DACs and associated clocking and digital interfacing
• Experience with digital communication schemes (RS232/422/485, I2C, I2S, SPI, McBSP, CAN)
• Experience with high‑speed digital signaling (LVDS, LVPECL)
• Experience with the Xilinx IDE, Vivado, AXI protocol, and custom IP core development
• Experience in an electronics laboratory, using oscilloscope, multimeter, logic analyzer, power supply, and troubleshooting embedded systems
• Experience in an R&D environment with small multidisciplinary teams

Location: Groton, CT office.

EOE: Vet/Disability