Senior DSP Engineer

AeroVironment•Sunrise, FL

6d•$111,500 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

Join AV’s Electronic Warfare business unit in Sunrise, FL, where advanced engineering meets mission-critical technology. As a Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer, you’ll play a key role in developing sophisticated signal processing solutions for next-generation electronic warfare, communications, and sensing systems. This is an opportunity to work alongside talented engineers on technically challenging problems where your expertise in DSP algorithms, communications theory, software-defined radios, and C/C++ directly contributes to advanced defense capabilities. Whether you’re looking to deepen your technical expertise or grow into engineering leadership, this role offers a path to make a meaningful impact from concept through development, integration, and validation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and 8+ years of relevant DSP and/or communications engineering; or Master’s Degree and 6+ years’ experience; or a PhD with 3+ years’ experience.
Demonstrated proficiency in advanced digital signal processing algorithms.
Demonstrated proficiency in communications theory.
Demonstrated proficiency in programming languages, preferably C or C++.
Ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.
Serve as a subject matter expert in at least one technical area.
Maintain working knowledge in a number of other specialization areas.
Software-defined radios (SDR)
Digital signal processing theory
Signal processing algorithm design and implementation
C/C++ programming
DSP validation
Software/hardware implementation, collaboration, and integration
System requirements analysis and traceability
Rate conversion, correlation, and filtering
Revision control tools (e.g., TFS, Git)
Generate creative solutions and translate concepts into effective designs.
Use feedback to refine and improve designs and technical approaches.
Develop innovative ideas and approaches; present information in a manner that captures others’ attention.
Participate in the patent process by proposing and documenting innovative concepts.
Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
Gather and analyze information skillfully; develop and evaluate alternative solutions.
Work effectively in group problem‑solving situations.
Use sound reasoning, even when dealing with emotionally charged topics.
Approach others in a tactful, respectful manner.
React well under pressure while maintaining composure and effectiveness.
Treat others with respect and consideration regardless of status or position.
Accept responsibility for own actions and follow through on commitments.
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness in all work products.
Actively seek ways to improve and promote quality.
Apply feedback to improve performance.
Monitor own work to ensure it meets established quality standards and requirements.
U.S. Citizenship required.
Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience with several systems and technologies outlined in Technical Competencies.

Responsibilities

Architect and implement complex digital signal processing systems for communication and sensing platforms.
Develop and implement sophisticated DSP algorithms and translate system concepts into robust, high-performance solutions.
Prepare complete project design documentation, including requirements, specifications, test plans, and reports.
Design and conduct experiments; analyze and interpret data to validate system and component performance.
Plan and coordinate detailed aspects of engineering work to ensure technical quality and schedule adherence.
Prepare scopes of work, budgets, and schedules for assigned projects.
Assist in the preparation of proposals to obtain funding for engineering projects and programs.
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams across software, hardware, systems, and integration functions.
Contribute innovative ideas and technical solutions that advance products, capabilities, and mission performance.