RF Software Engineer Level 0

SSATI • Hanover, MD

25d • $33,000 - $45,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The RF Software Engineer supports a Quick Reaction Capability (QRC) program that modernizes and enhances Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) systems for evolving mission requirements. The team works across the full system lifecycle, including requirements analysis, solution design, development, procurement, systems integration, testing, cybersecurity, field deployment, training, operations, sustainment, and technical support.

The engineer designs and implements digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms in software, focusing on high-throughput exploitation of signals, low signal-to-noise ratio, higher-order, and/or adaptive modulations. The role also modifies existing software and firmware to adapt commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and government off-the-shelf (GOTS) products to special Government needs, and explains developed models so team members can understand and use them to process signals of interest.

The position is based in the Hanover, Maryland area, and telework is not authorized. Candidates must already hold an active Top Secret/SCI government security clearance with a polygraph; clearance sponsorship or nomination is not available. The polygraph date must be within the last seven years. The stated annual salary is $33,000–$45,000, paid bi-weekly.

Requirements

• Currently possess an active Top Secret/SCI government security clearance with a polygraph; clearance sponsorship or nomination is not available.
• Polygraph date must be within the last seven years.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, or four years of experience in lieu of the degree.
• Four years of experience on projects with similar software processes; two years of experience may be substituted with a Master of Science in Engineering or Computer Science.
• Demonstrated proficiency with C++/Linux.
• Demonstrated experience with Linux.
• Formal training in, or demonstrated proficiency with, C++/Linux experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement DSP algorithms in software, focusing on high-throughput exploitation of signals, low signal-to-noise ratio, higher-order, and/or adaptive modulations.
• Modify existing software and/or firmware to adapt COTS and GOTS products to special Government needs.
• Provide concise explanations of developed models so other team members can understand and use the models or algorithms for processing signals of interest.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level