Signal Processing Engineer

Leidos

. Develop, model, and test algorithms in Matlab, Simulink, or C++ .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $87,100 - $157,450 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and testing algorithms using MATLAB, Simulink, and C++, with a strong background in radar signal processing and algorithm development. Capable of analyzing simulation results and engaging in collaborative projects while supporting Electronic Warfare programs.

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MATLABRadar Signal ProcessingC/C++ ProgrammingAlgorithm DevelopmentActive Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Algorithm DevelopmentRadar Signal ProcessingDigital FilteringSpectral EstimationDetection and Estimation TheoryLinear AlgebraStochastic ProcessesModeling and SimulationQuantum Sensing ConceptsPerformance Simulation

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationTeam CollaborationAdaptabilityMotivation to Learn

Tools & Technologies

MATLABSimulinkPythonLinuxMathematicaC/C++Java

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret ClearanceEligible for TS/SCI Clearance

Industry Keywords

Electronic WarfareModeling and SimulationAdaptive RadarSynthetic Aperture RadarField Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaLinuxPythonTypeScriptC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, model, and test algorithms in Matlab, Simulink, or C++
Analyze results from simulation or real data to identify root causes and trends
Develop novel and advanced algorithms, performance simulation, and analysis using simulated and real data in both time series and spectral domains
Participate in lab-based and field testing
Support marketing and business development initiatives
Engage in multiple projects, interacting with customers
Support EW programs and improve the robustness and efficacy of sensors and signals in complicated environments
Advance research and advanced applications for ongoing and future Electronic Warfare programs
Work alongside scientists and experts
Potentially lead tasks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be U.S. Citizen
Active Secret clearance and eligible to obtain a TS/SCI level clearance
Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics or related field
4+ years’ experience in radar signal processing
Fluent with tools such as MATLAB, Linux, Mathematica, Python, Simulink - and languages such as C/C++, Java etc.
Working knowledge areas such as digital filtering, spectral estimation, detection and estimation theory, linear algebra and stochastic processes
Demonstrated strong oral and written communication
Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently
Adaptability to new challenges with a strong motivation to grow and learn in new areas
Preferred: Active TS/SCI clearance
Preferred: Task lead or team leadership experience
Preferred: Experience translating functional requirements into tasks
Preferred: Experience working in areas of modeling and simulation (M&S), radar, adaptive radar, signals processing, algorithm development synthetic aperture radar (SAR) or similar fields
Experience with quantum sensing concepts strongly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

4 or more weeks Paid Time Off
11 paid Holidays
401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting
Flexible Schedules
Discounted Stock Purchase Plans
Technical Upskilling
Education and Training Support
Parental Paid Leave