DSP Algorithm Engineer
About The Position
Fantom Corporation is a mission-focused organization supporting critical programs across the defense and intelligence community. We partner with our customers to deliver high-impact technical solutions while fostering a culture built on trust, expertise, and long-term career growth. We are seeking a DSP Algorithm Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of advanced digital signal processing solutions for mission-critical applications. This role focuses on developing high-performance algorithms for signal exploitation, processing low signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) environments, and supporting complex modulation and adaptive signal processing techniques. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Digital Signal Processing (DSP), software development, and RF signal analysis, with experience implementing algorithms in C++, Python, and Linux-based environments.
Requirements
- Must be fully cleared with a recent MD polygraph
- Must be willing and able to work fully onsite at the location listed in this posting
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience)
- 7+ years of experience developing DSP algorithms in support of complex technical programs
- 7+ years of experience with C++, Linux, Python, or similar software development technologies
- Strong understanding of Digital Signal Processing theory and implementation
- Experience developing algorithms for signal exploitation, signal detection, and signal analysis
- Experience working within Linux development environments
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and software development skills
- Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts and algorithm designs to technical teams
Nice To Haves
- Master of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- Experience with RF software development and signal processing systems
- Experience supporting communications intelligence, RF exploitation, or advanced signal analysis programs
- Familiarity with adaptive modulation techniques and advanced waveform processing
- Experience integrating DSP algorithms into operational software systems
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement advanced DSP algorithms for signal processing and exploitation applications
- Develop software solutions focused on high-throughput processing of signals in challenging operational environments
- Analyze and process signals with low signal-to-noise ratios, higher-order modulations, and adaptive modulation techniques
- Modify and enhance existing software and firmware to integrate and adapt Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) technologies
- Develop, test, and optimize algorithms to improve system performance and operational effectiveness
- Collaborate with software engineers, system engineers, and technical stakeholders to integrate DSP capabilities into larger systems
- Document algorithm designs, methodologies, and performance characteristics
- Present and explain developed models and algorithms to technical team members to facilitate knowledge sharing and operational use
- Support testing, validation, troubleshooting, and performance analysis activities
- Contribute to the development of next-generation signal processing capabilities and mission solutions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
