Communications and Signal Processing Research and Development Engineer
$110,520–$240,960 year
HybridReston, Virginia, United States or Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Develop, test, and evaluate advanced signal processing algorithms and communication techniques while modeling, simulating, and prototyping physical layer protocols using software-defined radios. Contribute to waveform and algorithm design for challenging channel environments, perform system-level analysis, and document findings for sponsor presentations. Participate in field tests, demonstrations, and stakeholder engagements across multidisciplinary teams. This role supports research and development of resilient communications systems for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community within the C3I Integrated Communications Department at Penn State's Applied Research Laboratory.
Required Qualifications
- Technical background in communications and signal processing (e.g., waveform design, detection/estimation, protocol development, or channel modeling)
- Simulation or analysis tools such as MATLAB or Python
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary, team oriented environments
- Ability to express technical ideas clearly through written and oral communication
- Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher
- Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- U.S. citizen
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related field
- SDR development, laboratory or field testing, or data analysis
- Programming experience in Python, C++, MATLAB, or similar languages
- Wireless, underwater, satellite, or optical communication systems
- Communications security, AI/ML for communications, or network protocol development
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