Signal Processing Systems Engineer

Experience level: Mid Level 
Experience required: 5 Years
Education level: Bachelor’s degree
Job function: Engineering
Industry: Defense & Space
Compensation: $121,000 - $130,000  
Total position: 1
Relocation assistance: No
Visa : Only US citizens and Greencard holders
 

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high performance team!

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, a related specialized area or field is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. Agile experience preferred.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Department of Defense Secret Clearance is required within a reasonable period of time. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION:

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an Advanced Signal Processing Systems Engineer.  This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation’s core defense/intelligence services and systems.  General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:

The Advanced Signal Processing Systems Engineer will analyze, design, develop, and test signal processing systems for General Dynamics Mission Systems engineering efforts. Additional responsibilities include formulating operational concepts (CONOPS); performing mission, functional, and risk analysis; selecting systems architecture; and preparing specifications for General Dynamics Mission Systems operating systems to ensure designs meet applicable specifications.

The Advanced Signal Processing Systems Engineer may also:

Perform requirements analysis, requirements definition, requirements management, functional analysis, performance analysis, system design, detail trade studies, systems integration and test (verification), validation and interface definition studies of subsystem or system elements

Participate in Modeling and Simulation

Perform testing, verification, and validation of radar sensor and signal processing algorithm requirements and performance

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of radar signal processing and analysis.
• Proficient with MATLAB and C/C++ programming languages
• RF background with a working knowledge of electronic scanned antennas, receivers, exciters, and digital signal processing
• Experience specifically in Radar Signal Processing (e.g. design requirements for radar systems, tactical or simulation algorithm prototyping or implementation)
• Knowledge of hardware and software integration
• Strong written and verbal communications skills

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Working knowledge of sensor modalities (e.g. EO/IT, LIDAR, HSI)
• Hold active Secret Level DOD Clearance
• Algorithm profiling and porting
• Single and multi-processor/core environments
• Familiar with vector/signal processing libraries
• Coursework and/or experience with digital signal processing, probability theory, stochastic signal processing, and electromagnetic theory.

 PREFERRED DEGREE TYPES: 

 Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Math, Physics, or equivalent