About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an Electrical Engineer specializing in digital signal processing (DSP) to support on-site work in Warrenton, VA. You will develop, test, and integrate DSP algorithms into embedded and real-time systems on the D‑ETI platform. This role is available at entry/Level I and Level II depending on experience.

• Translate mathematical signal processing models into maintainable C/C++ code for embedded processors and real-time environments
• Model and simulate signal chains using Python or MATLAB; generate test vectors and performance metrics
• Perform hardware/software integration and lab bring-up using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers
• Debug DSP processing chains and work through software and hardware root-cause analysis
• Produce clear documentation: algorithm designs, API specs, verification procedures, and test reports
• Collaborate in code reviews and agile/scrum meetings; take ownership of smaller DSP modules and contribute to architecture improvements

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related technical field
• Strong foundation in digital signal processing fundamentals (sampling theory, DFT/FFT, digital filters, linear systems)
• Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded or real-time systems
• Experience scripting/modeling in Python or MATLAB for simulation and test
• Practical familiarity with software debuggers and lab equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers)
• Strong analytical skills and attention to technical detail
• 0–5 years relevant industry experience developing and testing DSP algorithms or real-time embedded software
• Active U.S. Secret security clearance required

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Nice to Have (Preferred)

• Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with a signal processing or communications focus
• Experience with automated test frameworks, CI/CD for embedded/software testing
• Prior work on mission-focused or defense-related DSP systems

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Location, Compensation & Clearance

• Work location: On-site in Warrenton, VA (Vint Hill/Warrenton area). Candidate must be able to commute to the site for onboarding and regular on-site work.
• Clearance: Active U.S. Secret security clearance required.
• Pay: $70,000 - $110,000 per year (range reflects level and candidate qualifications). Compensation will be determined based on skills, education, and experience.

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Why Confidential Client

Confidential Client delivers advanced engineering solutions focused on signal processing, software development, and mission-critical systems for national security and related domains. Benefits include competitive pay, retirement contributions, education support, and flexible work arrangements following initial onboarding. Specific benefit details are provided during the hiring process.

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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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