Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Software Engineer

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Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Software Engineer

Manassas, VA

Pay Estimated: $54.83-$63.69/Hour

Active Secret Clearance Required to Start

This role leads the design, development, and optimization of advanced DSP algorithms and embedded software for undersea sensor and sonar systems, supporting high-performance, real-time signal processing in challenging operational environments.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and optimize DSP algorithms and software for undersea sensor applications
• Implement DSP solutions in embedded, real-time systems
• Collaborate with hardware, embedded software, and systems engineers to integrate DSP functionality
• Perform performance analysis, profiling, and optimization to ensure reliable operation in undersea environments
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for DSP algorithms, software, and system implementations
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, integration testing, and verification
• Troubleshoot and resolve DSP software and system-level issues
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers
• Stay current on DSP techniques, tools, and undersea sensor technologies

Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law
• Education:
  • Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related STEM discipline
  • Masters degree may substitute for years of experience
• Clearance:
  • Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required at time of hire
• Experience:
  • 5+ years of DSP software development experience
  • OR Masters degree plus 3+ years of relevant experience
  • Experience developing and optimizing DSP algorithms for sensor or signal processing systems
• Core Technical Skills:
  • Digital Signal Processing (DSP) algorithm design and implementation
  • C / C++ (embedded and performance-critical applications)
  • MATLAB or similar tools for algorithm development and simulation
  • Embedded DSP platforms and architectures
  • Strong foundation in signal processing theory (filtering, detection, estimation, spectral analysis)
  • Experience with undersea, acoustic, or sensor-based signal processing environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded software development
• Experience supporting sonar systems (submarine and/or surface ship)
• Knowledge of underwater acoustics and sonar signal processing
• Experience applying machine learning / AI techniques to signal processing problems
• Experience with oceanographic data analysis or modeling
• Experience working in Agile development environments

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.

What to Expect

• Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation, which may include education, criminal, and work history verifications.
• Accepted applicants will be eligible for benefits, including medical and supplemental insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Appreciation and gratitude for employees are hallmarks of organizations with low turnover.
• Final position level and pay will be based on experience.

Resources

• To apply, send a resume to: resumes@moseleytechnical.com
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• For more information about Moseley, visit: About Us

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.

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