CACI bv ยท 2 weeks ago
Digital Signal Processing Engineer
Sterling, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$67K/yr - $133K/yrCACI is growing its team with a high-potential, entry-level Digital Signal Processing Engineer to support the development of next-generation signals intelligence and electronic warfare technologies. The role involves developing and testing signal processing algorithms and collaborating with senior engineers while gaining mentorship and support.
ConsultingEducationTraining
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
You will work both independently and collaboratively, executing well-scoped technical tasks while receiving guidance and mentorship from senior engineers as needed
Independently develop, integrate, test, and debug well-defined signal processing algorithms and software components supporting SIGINT and electronic warfare systems
Implement and evaluate DSP algorithms and analytic signal processing tools, owning discrete tasks from initial implementation through validation and testing
Contribute to the development and application of machine learning techniques for signal analysis, detection, or classification
Enhance and maintain existing Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) signal processing tools, such as X-Midas and M2Extra, while learning domain-specific frameworks and workflows
Collaborate with senior engineers to translate requirements and CONOPs into implementable software solutions, contributing technical analysis and documentation
Use computer-aided engineering and software tools to independently analyze, test, debug, and validate signal processing solutions
Work closely with cross-functional teams in an environment that values initiative, technical curiosity, and continuous learning
Qualification
Required
Expected graduation in Spring 2026 with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field
Hands-on experience applying signal processing concepts through coursework, internships, research, labs, or capstone projects
Programming experience in Python and/or C++, gained through academic, internship, or project work
Familiarity with Linux-based software development environments
Demonstrated ability to work independently on technical assignments, manage time effectively, and deliver results with limited day-to-day direction
Ability to clearly communicate technical and analytical information in written and verbal form
Exposure to the software development lifecycle (concept, design, implementation, test, and integration)
Experience working on collaborative, team-based technical projects
Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance
Preferred
Master's degree (or progress toward one) in a relevant technical discipline
Coursework or project experience in communications systems, RF engineering, or DSP
Exposure to software-defined radio (SDR) concepts, including: Receiver architectures, Modulation and demodulation techniques, Spectral analysis or channelization
Experience performing link budgets, range estimates, or system sensitivity analysis through academic or project work
Familiarity with X-Midas, GNU Radio, MATLAB, or similar signal processing tools
Introductory experience with containerization tools such as Docker or Kubernetes
Coursework or project experience involving: Machine learning or data analytics, Error-correcting codes, Digital video formats or telemetry systems, Target tracking or estimation techniques
Benefits
Healthcare
Wellness
Financial
Retirement
Family support
Continuing education
Time off benefits
Company
CACI bv
CACI levert, implementeert en beheert bedrijfskritische oplossingen voor het Hoger Onderwijs: het StudentInformatieSysteem OSIRIS en LISA voor zaakgericht werken.
Founded in 1997
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase