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VTG

RF Software Engineer

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What they do

A Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer works with technology and electronic equipment that uses radio waves, from cell phones to radio stations. Designs, installs, and repairs systems and equipment that transmit radio signals. May specialize in design or maintenance; may focus on the design of transmission equipment, such as radio antennae, or manage larger systems such as networks of cell phone towers.

$129,765 / year median in Maryland

-11% projected decline

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RF Software Engineer

OverviewVTG is looking for an experienced and adaptive RF Software Engineer to join our team. This position will support a mission-focused customer during the full life-cycle development of a Radio Frequency Processing System.



Eligible candidates may receive a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000, making this an exceptional opportunity to join a mission-critical team supporting national security initiatives.#Triaplex#VTGWhat will you do?

  • Design, develop, implement, test, and optimize DSP algorithms in software.
  • Develop algorithms supporting high-throughput signal exploitation and processing.
  • Develop signal-processing solutions for complex signal environments, including:
  • Low Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)
  • Higher-order modulation
  • Adaptive modulation
  • Develop and maintain DSP and RF-related software using C++, Python, Linux, or similar development technologies.
  • Translate DSP concepts and mathematical models into operational software implementations.
  • Modify existing software and/or firmware to meet specialized Government requirements.
  • Adapt and integrate Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) products.
  • Develop models and algorithms for processing and exploiting signals of interest.
  • Analyze and optimize algorithms for performance, throughput, efficiency, and accuracy.
  • Support integration of developed algorithms into larger RF and signal-processing systems.
  • Troubleshoot software, firmware, DSP, and algorithm-related performance issues.
  • Clearly document developed algorithms, models, processing techniques, and technical approaches.
  • Provide concise technical explanations of developed models and algorithms so other team members can understand, maintain, and utilize them.
  • Collaborate with software engineers, RF engineers, systems engineers, and other technical team members throughout the development lifecycle.
    Do you have what it takes?
  • US Citizen with TS/SCI with Poly required
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline focused on DSP algorithms from an accredited college or university.
  • Four additional years of RF Software or equivalent experience on projects involving similar software processes may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.
  • A Master of Science in Engineering or Computer Science may substitute for two years of required experience.
  • 7+ years of experience as a DSP Algorithm Developer on projects involving similar software development processes.
  • 7+ years of experience with C++, Linux, Python, or similar development technologies.
  • Formal training in or demonstrated proficiency with C++ and Linux.
  • Demonstrated experience designing and implementing DSP algorithms in software.
  • Experience developing algorithms for high-throughput signal exploitation.
  • Experience with signal-processing techniques involving one or more of the following:
  • Low SNR signals
  • Higher-order modulation
  • Adaptive modulation
  • Experience developing or supporting RF software or equivalent signal-processing applications.
  • Experience modifying and integrating existing software and/or firmware.
  • Ability to communicate complex DSP algorithms and mathematical models clearly to other technical team members.

VTG's estimated starting pay range is $200K-$240K annually, which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range....Visit the Employer site for more details

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