Communications System Engineering Manager - TS/SCI (Chantilly)

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.Job Description:Parsons is seeking a Communications System Engineering Manager to lead a team of engineers performing software prototyping of communications systems.Mix of technical management (approx. 40%) and individual contributor technical performance (approx. 60%).Lead a team that performs prototyping of communication system digital signal processing algorithms in software (Python/C++). Prototype implementations are used for one or more of the following applications:Truth models for hardware description language (HDL) implementation for FPGA and embedded software systemsQuick-reaction capability (QRC) deployment of software on server, laptop, and embedded general purpose processor systemsWhat You'll Be Doing:Personnel manager for a small team of communications systems software prototyping practitionersSupports hiring of additional engineering team membersWorks with staff project managers to balance task loading of direct reports across a group of related individual projectsWorks with staff communications systems subject matter experts to define priorities and lines of tasking and manage execution by the teamWorks with team to estimate level-of-effort required to complete various modeling and simulation tasksProvides technical mentoring for junior engineer direct reportsImplements and encourages software development best practices (gitlab workflows with issues and merge requests) amongst the teamSelf-assigns and completes technical tasks as an individual contributor (approx. 60%)What Required Skills You'll Bring:Active TS/SCI clearance.10+ years of experience with digital signal processing software developmentPython development experience in a professional environmentEducation: BS EE or similarWhat Desired Skills You'll Bring:Experience with one or more software-defined radio framework such as GNU Radio or X-MidasExperience with communications performance analysis in the presence of a variety of channel impairmentsC/C++ development experience in a professional environmentPrevious exposure to FPGA systems and/or HDL developmentPrevious exposure to electronic warfare topics (electronic support, electronic attack)Education: MS EE or similarSecurity Clearance Requirement:An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.​This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $148,300.00 - $266,900.00Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to .SummaryLocation: US - VA, ChantillyType: Full time