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Digital Signal Processing Engineer

$94.4k - $198.2k

Caci Inc

Job Title: Digital Signal Processing Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:
CACI is currently looking for a Digital Signals Processing Engineer to join our team developing next generation signals intelligence (SIGINT) and electronic warfare systems for the Department of Defense. Join this passionate team of industry-leading individuals on a program that leverages the best practices in Model-Based Systems Engineering and Agile software development to deliver state of the art capability in support of our nation's warfighters. As a member of the CACI Team, you will support the men and women charged with safeguarding the American people and enhancing the Nation's safety, security, and prosperity. Our warfighters are on the front lines, every day, protecting our national security from the increasingly sophisticated and complex threats of our adversaries.


Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, debug, integrate, and test signal processing algorithms and SIGINT software systems running on a variety of platforms supporting intelligence, defense, and other government missions.
  • Design, develop, integrate, and test software and DSP algorithms.
  • Design, develop, integrate, and test software for Machine Learning applications.
  • Enhancing and maintaining existing X-Midas and M2Extra signal processing tools.
  • Help define the requirements, CONOPs and architecture for future systems.
  • Use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks.
  • Development of analytic signal processing tools.
Qualifications:
Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering disciplines (e.g. Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering)
  • 5+ years of related experience in relevant engineering disciplines (e.g. Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering)
  • Experience programming in Python, X-Midas, M2Extra, and C++
  • Linux software development experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency in communicating technical and analytical information in written products Exposure to all phases of software development lifecycle (concept, design, implementation, test, and production).
  • Experience in working in highly collaborative team environments centered around signal processing and software development
  • Ability to obtain TS SCI with POLY
Desired:
  • Masters Degree
  • Understanding of software defined radio systems: Receiver architectures, Software channelization, Modulation/demodulation techniques, Spectral analysis
  • Experience with X-Midas in the development of RF transmission and receiver systems or software defined radio
  • Experience processing signals using any software tool suite
  • Experience with Kubernetes or Docker
  • Experience with telemetry systems
  • Knowledge and experience of processing signals, including: Error correcting codes, Digital video formats
  • Knowledge and experience with target tracking systems
  • Knowledge and experience performing machine learning techniques
  • Experience in design, development, or testing of weapons systems
  • Development of link budgets, range estimates, and system sensitivity assessments


What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range :


There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:
$94,400 - $198,200

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
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