DSP Engineer, EW

Anduril Industries • Costa Mesa, CA

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About The Position

Design, develop, and optimize digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms and systems for radio direction finding and direction-of-arrival (DoA) estimation in defense applications. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of software and hardware engineers to develop software defined radios; and direct DSP team in the engagement with the software & hardware team, including the implementation of DSP techniques into software and firmware and integration activities. Implement high-performance, real-time signal processing chains on embedded and hardware platforms to support mission-critical sensing capabilities. Develop Modeling and Simulation (M&S) code for RADAR techniques and data analysis including Hardware-in-the Loop / Software-in-the-loop (HIL/SIL) testing Participate in laboratory and field testing of RF systems and techniques Participate in the maturation of RF systems into deployable systems and products

Requirements

• 5+ years with a BSEE or related field
• Strong foundation in digital signal processing, comms theory, & system engineering with emphasis in direction finding algorithm implementation
• Hands-on experience with direction finding, angle-of-arrival estimation, and multi-antenna signal processing.
• Strong experience with DSP implementation for embedded devices including FPGA, Nvidia Jetson, and Software Defined Radios and/or software defined radios.
• Strong knowledge of Python and MATLAB.
• Experience with CUDA or GPU accelerated frameworks like cuSignal is preferred.
• Skilled with Modeling and Simulation of RF systems including Radar and SAR
• Familiar with deep learning algorithms.
• Familiar with wireless communication standards (Bluetooth, 3G/4G/5G, Wi-Fi, SINCGARS, MUOS, etc.).
• Enthusiastic about both working with a team and executing some work individually (depending on program scope).
• Experience with Electronic Warfare systems.
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Masters or PhD degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related fields
• Experience with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow and PyTorch
• Defense, national security, or aerospace domain familiarity through industry or education.
• Extensive Digital Signal Processing (DSP) knowledge and experience
• Expertise in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and/or Inverse SAR (ISAR): Image formation, waveforms, phenomenology, modeling and simulation

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms and systems for radio direction finding and direction-of-arrival (DoA) estimation in defense applications.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of software and hardware engineers to develop software defined radios
• Direct DSP team in the engagement with the software & hardware team, including the implementation of DSP techniques into software and firmware and integration activities.
• Implement high-performance, real-time signal processing chains on embedded and hardware platforms to support mission-critical sensing capabilities.
• Develop Modeling and Simulation (M&S) code for RADAR techniques and data analysis including Hardware-in-the Loop / Software-in-the-loop (HIL/SIL) testing
• Participate in laboratory and field testing of RF systems and techniques
• Participate in the maturation of RF systems into deployable systems and products

Benefits

• Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
• Additional Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
• Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
• Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
• Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
• Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
• Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees