About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking Associate Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineers to contribute to signal and image processing systems used in mission-critical applications. You will work on algorithm design, implementation, and system-level analysis to extract actionable information from sensor data.

• Design and implement custom signal and image processing algorithms
• Prototype and test algorithms using MATLAB, C, Octave or similar tools
• Analyze and optimize system and algorithm performance (detection, estimation, sensitivity)
• Integrate signal-processing solutions into larger system architectures
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to meet program requirements
• Research and evaluate new processing techniques and relevant technologies

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Minimum Qualifications

This position may be hired at an Associate (Level 1) or Level 2. Candidates must meet ALL applicable requirements for the level applied.

Associate / Level 1 (typical)

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related STEM field (completed or near completion)
• Coursework or relevant experience in Digital Signal Processing, Digital Communications, Digital Circuit Design, Programmable Logic, or Software Development
• Proficiency with MATLAB and experience with C or Octave
• Overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher (unofficial transcripts required at application)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)

Level 2 (typical)

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM discipline (completed or near completion)
• Strong hands-on experience with MATLAB and software development (C, C++)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)

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Preferred Qualifications

• Active government security clearance (preferred)
• Proficiency in C/C++ and embedded software design (Linux)
• Experience with wireless digital communications, modern digital modulation and modem design
• Familiarity with RADAR / Electronic Warfare (EW) signal processing algorithms
• RF receiver experience (link budget, sensitivity analysis, ADC/noise analysis, baseband conversion)
• FPGA and digital design experience (VHDL) is a plus
• Experience with software-defined radios, GNU Radio, or X-Midas
• Coursework or experience in Embedded System Design, RF System Design, RADAR or EW

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Location & Clearance

• Work location: Cincinnati, OH (on-site at Confidential Client facilities)
• U.S. Citizenship is required for positions that require a government security clearance
• Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance

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Compensation & Benefits

• Level 1 salary range (estimate): $76,200 - $114,400 per year
• Level 2 salary range (estimate): $91,800 - $137,600 per year
  These ranges are guidelines. Final offers consider experience, education, skills and market conditions. Additional pay elements (overtime, shift differential, bonuses) and benefits (health, life, disability, retirement savings, paid time off) may apply.

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Why Apply

• Work on mission-critical signal and image processing systems with real-world impact
• Structured early-career development and learning opportunities
• Collaborative, diverse engineering teams solving challenging problems

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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