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Northrop GrummanPosted 1 month ago

Staff Digital Signal Processing Engineer

$177,000–$265,600 year

On-siteCincinnati, Ohio, United States

Full TimeSenior LevelEnterprise

Job Summary

Develop cutting-edge algorithms in MATLAB, C/C++, Python, or CUDA for real-time signal processing workloads supporting US government intelligence and Department of Defense objectives. Design and optimize DSP solutions across time and frequency domains, including RADAR waveforms, software-defined radios, and AI/ML techniques for denoising and anomaly detection. Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, and supply-chain teams to deliver state-of-the-art RF and digital hardware design solutions. Work within a 9/80 schedule in a fast-moving environment focused on national security missions.

Required Qualifications

  • US Citizenship
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance
  • Proficient with MATLAB, with a Digital Signal Processing focus
  • Proficient in Embedded SW or FPGA or AI/ML design
  • BS Degree in Electrical, Computer or related Engineering discipline with 12 years of experience
  • MS Degree in Electrical, Computer or related Engineering discipline with 10 years of experience
  • PhD Degree in Electrical, Computer or related Engineering discipline with 8 years of experience
  • Active Top Secret security clearance
  • 9/80 work schedule availability

Desired Qualifications

  • Proficient in C/C++, Python, Embedded SW Design in Linux/UNIX environments
  • Proficient in FPGA design on low SWAP systems
  • Basic understanding of Digital Communication Systems and RF signal processing chains
  • Experience applying AI/ML (e.g., deep learning, transformer, or reinforcement‐learning models) to signal‐processing techniques such as denoising, classification, source separation, or anomaly detection, with emphasis on real‐time deployment and performance optimization
  • Experience in GPU Development (CUDA, OpenCL, or Vulkan) for real-time signal-processing workloads
  • Experience in Embedded Development in SoCs or DSPs
  • Experience with VHDL (preferred) or Verilog
  • Experience with HDL verification tools, such as Questa® or Modelsim®
  • Experience with Xilinx, Altera (Intel) or Microsemi FPGAs
  • Practical experience in RADAR (SAR/ISAR) LPI/LPD waveforms
  • Practical experience in EW techniques
  • Practical experience in Software Defined Radios (SDRs)
  • Practical experience in Image Processing and AI/ML techniques

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