# DSP Communications Engineer

**Company:** [Cooperidge Consulting Firm](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/48FHwCfzMs3AWpzdh4hpdi.md)
**Location:** Denver, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** IT Specialists

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## Description

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a **DSP Engineer** for a top **Defense Technology** client.

This highly autonomous role requires proven capabilities across a wide range of wireless protocols and extensive software development expertise for real-time Software Defined Radio (SDR) and protocol processing systems. The Engineer will perform cutting-edge research and development to design and implement engineering solutions for collecting, processing, and exploiting complex RF signals within the Intelligence and Defense communities.  
  
**Job Responsibilities**

-   Design and develop engineering solutions to effectively collect, process, and exploit Radio Frequency (RF) signals.
-   Develop complex modeling techniques, produce proofs-of-concept, evolve prototype solutions, and deliver operational systems.
-   Apply expertise in digital communications, including advanced detection, estimation, and demodulation techniques.
-   Utilize C/C++ and Python for software development, ensuring quality through familiarity with Code Management tools (e.g., Git).
-   Drive systems development projects within the Intelligence and Defense communities, ensuring mission effectiveness.
-   Develop multi-threaded signal processing algorithms in Python/C++ on Linux hosts (preferred).
-   Contribute to geolocation theory and techniques and solve complex problems in distributed team environments (preferred).

## Requirements

### Education

-   B.S. or higher degree (or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related technical field is **required**.

### Experience

-   Relevant experience (5 to 20 years preferred) in developing engineering solutions for RF signal exploitation is required.
-   Systems development experience within the Intelligence and Defense communities is required.

### Certifications/Licenses

-   **A TS/SCI Clearance is a MANDATORY requirement.**
-   Ability to work autonomously and without supervision is required.

### Skills

-   Strong knowledge of digital communications, including detection, estimation, and demodulation.
-   Required proficiency in **C/C++** and **Python** development.
-   Familiarity with Code Management (e.g., Git).
-   Knowledge of SDR, XMIDAS, geolocation theory, and wireless air interface protocols is preferred.
-   Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

## Benefits

-   Full-time roles offering overtime and weekend work opportunities
-   Competitive hourly wages plus potential quarterly bonuses
-   Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans
-   Life insurance coverage
-   401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
-   Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
-   Opportunities for career growth and advancement
-   Employee discount programs and perks