Senior Advanced Digital Signal Processing Systems Engineer

Acara Solution is looking for a Senior Advanced Digital Signal Processing Systems Engineer for our client in Ft. Wayne, IN.

• Senior Advanced DSP Systems Engineers analyze, design, develop, and test DSP algorithms implemented in hardware and software for RF-based systems.
• Lead the design, development, and optimization of advanced digital signal processing algorithms for real-time RF systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware engineers, software developers, and system architects to deliver integrated solutions.
• Translate system-level requirements into detailed DSP algorithm specifications and implementation plans.
• Perform detailed system modeling, simulation, and analysis to validate algorithm performance under varying operational conditions.
• Develop and maintain documentation for algorithms, system designs, and testing procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement in DSP algorithm efficiency, robustness, and scalability.
• Identify and troubleshoot system-level issues during integration and testing phases.
• Support hardware-software co-design efforts, ensuring seamless integration of DSP algorithms into embedded platforms.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and technical discussions to provide expert input on DSP and system-level trade-offs.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and contribute to building a knowledge-sharing culture within the team.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for signal processing and RF systems.
• Work closely with customers and stakeholders to understand requirements, present technical findings, and incorporate feedback into design iterations.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, algorithms, and industry trends to recommend innovative solutions.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering or Science or Engineering or Mathematics.
• Minimum 8 years of experience with Digital Signal Processing Systems engineering.

Preferred Skills:

• Master's Degree
• Agile experience.
• Statistical Signal Processing, Multi-rate Signal Processing, DSP for mitigating/processing RF effects.
• Exceptional candidates have work experience of algorithm development for the statistical analysis of signal parameter measurements utilizing techniques from Detection & Estimation Theory, Random Processes Analysis, and Communications and Information Theory
• Signal processing architecture.
• Algorithm development (RF Systems)
• Systems requirements analysis
• Performance verification and validation
• Fixed point model conversion for hardware implementation
• Software/hardware partitioning and trades
• Hardware/software implementation collaboration
• Hands-on system performance verification and validation in the lab
• Experience designing, implementing, and testing anti-jam systems with spatial beamforming-beam nulling. AJ implementation of GNSS and AltNav.
• Knowledge of STAP, SFAP, or similar AJ algorithms. Must have experience developing a multi-channel anti jam algorithm from a mathematical perspective.
• Success leading the systems development life cycle with strong proficiency with requirements management and system modeling tools.
• Creative thinker motivated to apply technical standards and methodologies to develop solutions.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to provide technical leadership and position others for success.
• Good presentation and communications skills with experience in the art of negotiation and the ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be needed to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a 'U.S. Person,' as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.
• Active secret clearance.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.