Signal Processing Engineer

Leidos Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 87,100 - 157,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4+ weeks Paid Time Off

401(k) with 6% company match

Technical Upskilling

Job summary

A national security firm is looking for a Signal Processing Engineer in San Diego, CA. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar, with 4+ years in radar signal processing. Responsibilities include developing and testing algorithms using MATLAB and C++, analyzing results, and supporting various projects. Candidates with a TS/SCI clearance will be preferred. Competitive benefits include PTO, retirement plans, and upskilling programs.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience in radar signal processing.
• Active Secret clearance required, eligible for TS/SCI.
• Working knowledge of digital filtering and detection theory.

Responsibilities

• Develop, model, and test algorithms in MATLAB, Simulink, or C++.
• Analyze simulation results to identify root causes.
• Develop novel algorithms and perform analyses.

Skills

MATLAB

C++

Python

Linux

Mathematica

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics or related field

Master’s Degree in related field

Tools

Simulink

MATLAB

Job description

Description

Today, Electronic Warfare (EW) is a growing enterprise—protecting the warfighter and our national security against ever‑adapting threats. The Leidos Innovations Center (LInC) at Leidos currently has an opening for a Signal Processing Engineer to support EW programs in Arlington, VA or San Diego, CA.

As part of our team, you will focus on improving the robustness and efficacy of sensors and signals in complicated environments. More broadly, you will advance the state of the art in research and advanced applications to support ongoing and future EW programs. You'll simultaneously get to work alongside scientists and experts in these fields to help grow your own knowledge and career; motivated candidates may have an opportunity to lead tasks as well.

Responsibilities

• Develop, model, and test algorithms in MATLAB, Simulink, or C++
• Analyze results from simulation or real data to identify root causes and trends
• Develop novel and advanced algorithms, performance simulation, and analysis—using simulated and real data in both time series and spectral domains
• Participate in lab‑based and field testing
• Support marketing and business development initiatives
• Engage in multiple projects, interacting with customers as well

At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits (http://www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits), including 4 or more weeks Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401(k) with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in Advanced Warfare Technology!

Pay Range

Pay Range $87,100.00 – $157,450.00

Required Qualifications

• Must be U.S. Citizen
• Active Secret clearance and eligible to obtain a TS/SCI level clearance
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics or related field
• 4+ years' experience in radar signal processing
• Fluent with tools such as MATLAB, Linux, Mathematica, Python, Simulink—and languages such as C/C++, Java, etc.
• Working knowledge areas such as digital filtering, spectral estimation, detection and estimation theory, linear algebra and stochastic processes
• Demonstrated strong oral and written communication
• Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently
• Adaptability to new challenges with a strong motivation to grow and learn in new areas

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance preferred
• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics or related field
• Task lead or team leadership experience
• Experience translating functional requirements into tasks
• Experience working in areas of modeling and simulation (M&S), radar, adaptive radar, signal processing, algorithm development, synthetic aperture radar (SAR) or similar fields

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.