DSP Engineer Job Germantown area,Maryland USA,Engineering

Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer as part of an engineering R&D team, the DSP Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing advanced signal processing algorithms. Work will include designing signal detection and optimization algorithms, waveform design, implementation of modulation and demodulation methods and general RF communications systems based on Software Defined Radio (SDR) technologies within multi-element antenna topologies.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and optimize FPGA and ASIC-based digital signal processing systems for next-generation communication platforms
Collaborate with ASIC, RF, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration and performance optimization
Develop and test FPGA modules using Verilog/VHDL for high-reliability and radiation-tolerant environments
Troubleshoot and debug FPGA, firmware, and embedded systems issues in both lab and customer environments
Perform system-level testing, including BER, NPR, and interoperability testing using industry-standard lab equipment
Develop test tools and automation scripts (Python, MATLAB) for data collection, analysis, and system validation
Support customer integration efforts and provide on-site technical assistance when needed
Contribute to continuous improvement of design methodologies, tools, and testing frameworks

Required Qualifications

Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance
S. in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering, MSE preferred

7+ years of experience in DSP, FPGA, or ASIC development
Strong programming skills in C/C++, Python, and hardware description languages (Verilog/VHDL)
Experience with FPGA development tools (Xilinx, Altera/Intel) and simulation environments (e.g., Questa Sim)
Solid understanding of digital communications systems, including modulation, coding, and signal analysis
Experience with lab equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and network analyzers
Familiarity with embedded systems and real-time operating systems (RTOS, Linux)
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment

Additional

Qualification:

Experience with satellite communications or software-defined radio (SDR) systems
Knowledge of radiation effects and space-grade FPGA design
Experience working in Agile development environments
Familiarity with cryptography and telecommunications systems
Desired experience in:
Image processing Software Defined Radio Channelization/ Reconstruction Array processing Radar, Artificial Intelligence, Beamforming
Active TS security clearance is a plus

Maxtena is an Equal Opportunity Employer