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Draper · 2 weeks ago

Principal Digital Signal Processing System Engineer

Reston, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$95K/yr - $238K/yr

10+ years exp

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. They are seeking a Principal Digital Signal Processing System Engineer to perform waveform analysis and digital receiver design, managing complex engineering projects and developing RF and Communications systems.

Defense & Space

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Designs RF and Communications systems that solve challenging problems

Manages complex engineering projects in a fast-paced environment

Develops and maintains effective internal/external relationships

Performs analysis and modeling of complex radio frequency systems

Subject Matter Expert (SME) in RF and Communications systems

Independently drives solutions to complex problems—develops requirements, proposes ways forward when customer requirements are unclear or incomplete, and adapts appropriately to changes in requirements

Able to analyze Draper strategy and work with management to build capabilities in key areas to help sustain business growth

Capable of helping customers shape their needs and develop requirements for programs that solve their most challenging technical problems

Focuses on advancing State of the Art (SOA) solutions and techniques in their field

Contributes to capability expansion, talent acquisition and mentoring graduate students

Assembles and delivers customer presentations that inspire a high degree of confidence in Draper and our work

Able to provide insights and suggest design modifications based on analysis outcomes, and to apply analysis techniques across a range of technical disciplines

Identifies program/system-level technical risks and develops and executes mitigation strategies for them

Develops, documents, and teaches best practices to less experienced engineers

Demonstrates strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve program goals

Ability to lead cross functional teams

Supports business development activities including leading the development of proposals and engaging with sponsors

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

RF systems knowledgeElectrical engineering fundamentalsRFCommunications softwareInstrumentation for RF measurementsProblem solving skillsVerbal communicationWritten communicationOrganizational skillsTime managementTeam collaboration

Required

Requires bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field

Requires 10+ years experience in Radio Frequency or Communications Engineering or related field

Knowledge of RF systems and architectures

Knowledge of fundamental of electrical engineering

Skills with RF and Communications software tools

Hands on experience with instrumentation for RF measurements

Strong problem solving skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability and willing to work in highly collaborative team environment

Excellent management and organizational skills: proven ability to meet deadlines, task prioritization and attention to details

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance

Preferred

Advanced degree preferred

Benefits

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga

Health and finance workshops

Off site social events

Discounts to local museums and cultural activities

Company

Draper

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We Engineer Solutions for the Nation’s Toughest Problems As an independent nonprofit engineering innovation company, Draper provides engineering services directly to government, industry, and academia.

Founded in 1938

Cambridge, MA, US

1001-5000 employees