Computer Scientist / Engineer (Radar)

Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn.Job TitleLocationWashington, DC 20375 US (Primary)Job TypeFull-TimeEducationBachelor's DegreeHow much will you travel if the job requires it?0 - 25%Minimum Security Clearance RequiredSecretJob DescriptionSALARY RANGE: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00This position is an opportunity to join a team that offers innovative, exciting, and meaningful work linking military and civilian talents to achieve our mission and safeguard our freedoms. The Computer Engineer is responsible for creating state of the art software for Radars, typically embedded in experimental real-time hardware systems.SUMMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Implement and test algorithms on embedded processors in support of developing advanced radar capabilities.Implement algorithms on appropriate processing platforms.Implement signal processing on the suitable class of embedded processors ranging from relatively simple microprocessor to parallel processing using GPUs under the guidance of senior system and digital design engineers.Implement software defined radio functions (such as GNU Radio). You will develop software in C,C++, Java, Python, and Matlab.Create or modify existing middleware functionality utilizing Data Distribution Service (DDS)Make enhancements to previously written software and develop new software as necessary to meet Research and Development project goals.Write formal and informal reports and provide oral briefings to laboratory management and program sponsors.Develop analytic procedures and implement computer programs to perform data transport, signal processing, signal analysis and database manipulation.Understand networking, including the details of socket interfaces and TCP and UDP networking protocols. You will interface with field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs).Possess a working knowledge of FPGAs, scripting language interfaces (VHDL and/or Verilog), and of tools related to the programming, utilization, and debugging of hardware/software interfaces.Develop different applications on appropriate processing platforms.Retrieve of, storage to, and control of data to field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), dynamic or static memory, graphical processing units (GPUs), digital signal processing (DSP) cards, or other embedded processors.Determine how processing requirements are distributed between specialized microprocessors, FPGAs, single board computers, graphical processing units, or other embedded processors.Implement software defined radio functions (such as GNU Radio).Develop research ideas and prepare briefing materials to present new Research and development concepts in order to solicit new projects.Perform upgrades to existing radar systems and be part of the design process for any new systems that are developed.Job RequirementsMinimum Skills/ Qualifications: Ability to program in VHDL, Verilog, Matlab, Python, or C++.Be proficient in use of DDS.Basic scientific, mathematical, and technical competence.Demonstrated software engineering skills: reading code, designing, implementing, and validating new capabilities, working within a team environment, and effective writing.Ability to understand mathematical and electrical engineering concepts at an undergraduate level.Knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) or digital hardware is desired.Able to lift object up to 50 LBS.Travel may be required.Education:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics from an accredited college or university (minimum 3.0 GPA).Benefits: Envisioneering, Inc. offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package including 401k, Medical/Dental/Vision, FSA, Short Term, Long Term, AD&D and Life insurance, (employer paid), voluntary life, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Leave, Holidays and much more.As a condition of employment : You must pass a drug and pre-employment drug screening. U.S. Citizenship Required. Candidate must follow all company and non-DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing. A Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Please confirm in your cover letter or resume.Envisioneering Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship and immigration status, age, disability or handicap, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, hairstyle, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. Envisioneering Inc. is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17