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Digital Signal Processing Engineer 2

Cincinnati, Ohio
Up to $59.05 DOE
Job ID: 220128 Top Secret Clearance

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Cincinnati, Ohio
Up to $59.05 DOE
10 months
2
Bachelor's Degree
8+ years
Top Secret
Oct 6, 2026

Job Description

Job #220128

Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Digital Signal Processing Engineer 2's for a contract opportunity in Cincinnati, OH.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

  • BS Degree in Electrical, Computer or related Engineering discipline with 8 years of experience, OR MS Degree in Electrical, Computer or related Engineering discipline with 6 years of experience, OR PhD Degree in Electrical, Computer or related Engineering discipline with 4 years of experience.
  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
  • EW techniques.
  • Image Processing and AI/ML techniques.
  • LPI/LPD waveforms.
  • RADAR (SAR/ISAR).
  • Software Defined Radios (SDRs).
  • Proficient with MATLAB, with a Digital Signal Processing focus.
  • Proficient in SW (Embedded, applications, AI/ML) or FPGA design.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking cleared Sr. Principal Digital Signal Processing Engineers who are self-motivated, energetic individuals who will be responsible for developing cutting edge algorithms in MATLAB or other programming languages such as CUDA/OpenCL, Python, C/C++ in Linux/UNIX or Windows environments. The preferred candidate will have experience with various Signal Processing algorithms both in time and frequency domains, understanding of Digital Communication Systems and various modulation techniques as well as RF signal processing chains and link budgets.

Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineers contribute to a broad range of applications with exposure to a variety of programs and technologies that provide critical solutions to US government intelligence agencies and the Department of Defense. Practical experience in any of these fields is highly desired:

  • RADAR (SAR/ISAR)
  • LPI/LPD waveforms
  • EW techniques
  • Software Defined Radios (SDRs)
  • Image Processing and AI/ML techniques

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

  • Proficient with MATLAB, with a Digital Signal Processing focus.

oProficient in C/C++, Python, Embedded SW Design in Linux/UNIX environments.

  • Proficient in FPGA design on low SWAP systems.
  • Basic understanding of Digital Communication Systems and RF signal processing chains.
  • Experience applying AI/ML (e.g., deep learning, transformer, or reinforcement?learning models) to signal?processing techniques such as denoising, classification, source separation, or anomaly detection, with emphasis on real?time deployment and performance optimization.
  • Experience in GPU Development (CUDA, OpenCL, or Vulkan) for real-time signal-processing workloads.
  • Experience in Embedded Development in SoCs or DSPs.
  • Experience with VHDL (preferred) or Verilog.
  • Experience with HDL verification tools, such as Questa® or Modelsim®.
  • Experience with Xilinx, Altera (Intel) or Microsemi FPGAs.
  • Experience as a technical lead.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelors in Science Degree

School must be accredited.

WORK HOURS

9/80 workweek.

ADDITIONAL

Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
  • Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
  • Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

For more information, please apply or contact:

Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.

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