Senior - Electrical Engineer

Qed Systems Llc; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

11 Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Life Insurance

AD&D

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Professional Growth Opportunities

Job summary

QED Systems, LLC is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the C5ISR PNT Division at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. The role involves designing and validating RF/DSP systems, developing architectures, and delivering defendable analysis and documentation.

The candidate will prototype with MATLAB/Simulink and Python/C++, perform testing, and collaborate across teams while maintaining security clearances. Travel and OCONUS work may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related electronics/electrical discipline.
• At least ten (10) years of experience with progressively more complex hardware design, development, integration and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design, simulate, and implement RF systems and DSP algorithms for government and defense requirements.
• Develop RF system architectures, perform link budget analysis, waveform characterization, antenna performance evaluation.
• Transform IQ data into actionable intelligence through signal processing.
• Prototype, test, and validate DSP algorithms using MATLAB, Simulink, Python, and C/C++.
• Support hardware-in-the-loop testing and integration for RF systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deploy RF and signal processing solutions.
• Prepare technical documentation and briefings for stakeholders.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical problem-solving

Clear communication

Presentation skills

Technical background

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical/Electronics)

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Python (NumPy/SciPy)

C/C++

Job description

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Senior - Electrical Engineer

Full Time Professional Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2252

Salary Range: $120,000.00 To $140,000.00 Annually

QED Systems, LLC, is currently recruiting aSeniorElectrical Engineer to join our team at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MDto support our C5ISR Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Divisioncontract.

Duties:

• Design, simulate, and implement advanced radio frequency (RF) systems and digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms in support of government and defense mission requirements.
• Develop and analyze RF system architectures, including link budget analysis, waveform characterization, and antenna performance evaluation.
• Transform raw in-phase and quadrature (IQ) data into actionable intelligence products through signal processing and analytical techniques.
• Prototype, test, and validate DSP algorithms using MATLAB, Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), and C/C++ development environments.
• Perform filtering, spectral analysis, channelization, modulation/demodulation, detection theory, and multi-rate signal processing for RF applications.
• Support hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and integration activities for RF and communications systems.
• Utilize software-defined radios (SDRs), spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and related RF test equipment to conduct system testing and troubleshooting.
• Develop machine learning and data fusion techniques to enhance RF signal analysis, detection, and classification capabilities.
• Conduct modeling, simulation, and performance analysis of RF and DSP systems to ensure compliance with technical and operational requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to design, integrate, and deploy mission-critical RF and signal processing solutions.
• Prepare technical documentation, engineering reports, test procedures, and briefings for government stakeholders and program leadership.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to engineers, program managers, and non-technical personnel.
• Foster a collaborative team environment through active participation, constructive feedback, and professional engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
• Applies standard practices and techniques in specific engineering assignments.
• Constructs laboratory breadboards and/or prepares preliminary sketches, writes computer programs or performs analyses/simulations.
• Assists in preparation of data and documentation.
• Instructs, as required, engineering technicians.
• Performs fundamental engineering duties and assists senior engineers in formulating preliminary designs, performing tests, taking measurements and performing system analyses or simulations.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Must be able to 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.

Required Clearance:

• ACTIVE CLEARANCE LEVEL REQUIRED: Secret

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Degree in Engineering or related electronics/electrical discipline.
• At least ten (10) years of experience required with progressively more complex experience in design, development, integration and analysis of hardware projects required.

Travel:

Less than 10% travel is expected for this position. Travel may include continental United States and outside continental United States locations.

This position may be performed in a variety of locations, including but not limited to, commercial and/or government offices, test and integration labs, government facilities and depots, and test & evaluation and proving grounds.

Physical Demands:

• Be independently mobile.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and customers.
• Withstand prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and computer use.
• Climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
• Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as glasses/goggles (eyes), ear plugs/muffs (hearing), hard hats, and breathing respirators/masks.

Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full‐time position, Monday through Friday. Flexibility around core hours. Travel may occur outside of normal core hours.

Additional Information:

Please note this job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Assigned tasks may vary, with or without prior notice, to effectively meet client requirements.

Total Compensation:

QED offers a competitive compensation package for full-time employees. Our total compensation package is value-based and negotiable depending upon the candidate’s specific skills and applicable relevant experience.

Benefits include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Additional Benefits

Estimated Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00, annually. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. This represents the typical range for fully qualified candidates for this position based on experience, geographic location, and other factors. The final offer amount may vary.

QED Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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