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AV · 3 weeks ago

Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer - FPGA

1613 NW 136th Avenue, Sunrise, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

AeroVironment (AV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems, seeking a skilled Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer with FPGA experience. The role involves developing innovative DSP architectures and algorithms, integrating solutions into real-time embedded systems, and serving as a Subject-Matter Expert across multiple platforms.

AerospaceAir TransportationDronesElectric VehicleElectronicsEnergyGovernmentManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design, simulate, and implement moderate to complex digital signal processing modules using tools like MATLAB, Simulink, and VHDL/Verilog for FPGA platforms

Collaborate with cross-functional teams — including hardware engineers, software developers, and system architects — to develop and integrate DSP solutions

Receive and interpret technical instruction for defined project goals and collaborate on broader system designs

Participate in meetings and communications with customers and partners to support project requirements and ensure deliverables are aligned with expectations

Apply modern DSP techniques, algorithms, and methodologies to enhance existing architectures and develop cutting-edge solutions

Contribute to complex problem-solving through hands-on development and team brainstorming

Qualification

Digital Signal ProcessingFPGA DevelopmentVHDL/VerilogC/C++ ProgrammingMATLAB/SimulinkSignal Processing AlgorithmsReal Time DebuggingDesign DocumentationPerformance VerificationSystem Requirements AnalysisSoftware/Hardware Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field) and 6+ years of prior relevant experience or Master's Degree and 4+ years of prior relevant experience

Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance

Proficiency in Intermediate Digital Signal Processing Algorithms

Solid understanding of DSP concepts such as filtering, FFT, and sampling theory

Proficiency in Communications theory

Some Proficiency in programming languages preferably C or C++

Strong interest in FPGA development and low-resource digital design techniques

Experience with RTL design in VHDL simulation tools, and synthesis flows

Familiarity with FPGA platforms (e.g., Xilinx, Microchip) and embedded system development is a plus

Preferred

Software Defined Radios

Digital Signal Processing Theory

Signal Processing Algorithms: e.g., Rate conversion, Correlation and Filtering

C, C++ Programming: Object Oriented Design

DSP Algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink: Develop and pick up MATLAB models for bit exact design verification; May use SIMULINK (system generator) as an interim step

DSP and FPGA Code Optimization

Modem Design (SATCOM, wireless, Cellular & SDR)

Physical Layers e.g. GSM, Wi-Max, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth

Real Time Debugging

Signal Impairments Testing, BER Testing: Modem Qualification experience

Design Documentation

Performance Verification and Validation

Software/Hardware implementation collaboration

System Requirements Analysis

TFS, GIT Revision Control Tools