Senior DSP Engineer – Remote, Travel

Fairwinds Technologies

. Design, develop, and optimize DSP algorithms for RF communications signals and waveform processing .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $175,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and optimizing DSP algorithms for RF communications, with proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and Xilinx platforms. Capable of leading cross-functional teams and delivering innovative solutions in embedded and real-time systems.

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DSP Algorithm DevelopmentRF Communications Signal ProcessingXilinx RFSoC ImplementationMATLAB/Simulink SimulationDoD Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

DSP Algorithm DevelopmentRF Signal ProcessingFixed-Point DesignPerformance CharacterizationEmbedded Systems ImplementationMATLAB ProgrammingPython ProgrammingC/C++ ProgrammingHDL (VHDL or Verilog)Statistical Signal Processing

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationMentoringCommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Xilinx UltraScale+Xilinx VersalModelsimLab InstrumentationDMA Interfaces

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree or PhD in Electrical EngineeringActive DoD Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

RF CommunicationsDSP SolutionsField TestingCross-Functional TeamsMilitary Solutions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and optimize DSP algorithms for RF communications signals and waveform processing
Lead algorithm development from concept through prototype and implementation
Implement and validate DSP solutions on Xilinx RFSoC, UltraScale+, and Versal platforms
Collaborate with FPGA engineers on hardware-realizable architectures, fixed-point design, and throughput/latency optimization
Work with embedded software engineers to integrate real-time DSP pipelines, drivers, DMA, streaming interfaces, buffering, and runtime configuration
Develop and execute test and verification strategies using lab instrumentation and captured RF datasets
Characterize performance under CFO/phase noise, multipath, fading, interference/jamming, and nonlinearities
Develop MATLAB/Simulink and Python simulation and analysis environments
Correlate simulation results with hardware and field behavior
Define architecture, conduct design reviews, mentor engineers, and communicate trade-offs
Produce DSP design descriptions, algorithm specifications, performance reports, ICD inputs, and SBIR deliverables as required
Support integration, debugging, and field testing across DSP, RF, FPGA, and embedded software domains
Collaborate with customers and engineering teams on RF Tactical & Naval Military Solutions and strategic border protection applications

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related field
15+ years of relevant DSP engineering experience
Demonstrated delivery of RF communications signal processing solutions
Practical experience processing RF communications signals, including development, validation, and performance characterization
Strong fundamentals in communications and statistical signal processing
Experience implementing DSP on embedded/real-time systems and/or hardware-accelerated platforms
Experience with Xilinx UltraScale+, RFSoC, and Versal
Ability to simulate and/or model DSP algorithms using MATLAB, Modelsim, or equivalent
Ability to define or implement fixed-point functions where applicable
Demonstrated ability to create innovative DSP approaches
Proficiency in at least one of Python, C/C++, HDL (VHDL or Verilog), MATLAB, or equivalent
Disciplined software engineering practices
Experience working with cross-functional RF, FPGA, embedded, and systems teams
U.S. citizenship
Active DoD Secret or higher security clearance, or ability to obtain one
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and possess or obtain a Secret-level clearance
Willingness to travel 25–30% when required

Benefits

Comp & perks

40-hour work week, Monday through Friday
Some flexibility in actual work hours
Exempt position
Equal Opportunity Employer protections