Senior DSP Communications Engineer

Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary:

As a Senior DSP Communications Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, and testing of radio frequency (RF), wireless circuits, or communications systems. You will demonstrate an understanding of Digital Signal Processing algorithms and Communications theory. You will have the ability to troubleshoot and solve complex communications problems. The role requires excellent communication skills and ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary groups, including software, hardware, and material engineering.

Job Description:

• Design and implement DSP algorithms.
• Knowledge of wireless communication theory and systems.

• Experience with Software Defined Radios (SDR)
• Manage complex engineering projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Develop and maintain effective internal/external relationships.
• Use standard laboratory instrumentation for validation and troubleshooting.
• Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction – contribute to requirements development, propose ways forward, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements.
• Contribute to customer presentations.
• Able to provide insight and suggest design modifications based on analysis outcomes, and to apply analysis techniques across a range of technical disciplines.
• Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
• Expertise in using DSP software and hardware tools.
• Actively mentor less experienced engineers and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback
• Ability to lead a team of engineers
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities
• Knowledge of DSP algorithms design and implementation
- Knowledge of digital communications theory and systems
• Proficient with MATLAB and Python. Knowledge of C/C++
- Software Design Radios tools
• Hands on experience with instrumentation for RF measurement (VNA, etc.).
• Excellent mathematical skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability and willing to work in highly collaborative team environment.
• Excellent management and organizational skills: proven ability to meet deadlines, task prioritization and attention to details.

Education
Requires bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field. Master's degree preferred.

Experience
Requires 5-7 years' experience in Radio Frequency or Communications Engineering or related.

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this role will be required to have a current in scope Top Secret security clearance required.

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$82,300.00 - $205,750.00

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