PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Engineer Signal Image Processing 2, in Cincinnati, OH. Job ID#226651
Job Description:
We are seeking cleared Sr. Principal Digital Signal Processing Engineers who are self-motivated, energetic individuals who will be responsible for developing cutting edge algorithms in MATLAB or other programming languages such as CUDA/OpenCL, Python, C/C++ in Linux/UNIX or Windows environments. The preferred candidate will have experience with various Signal Processing algorithms both in time and frequency domains, understanding of Digital Communication Systems and various modulation techniques as well as RF signal processing chains and link budgets.
Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineers contribute to a broad range of applications with exposure to a variety of programs and technologies that provide critical solutions to US government intelligence agencies and the Department of Defense. Practical experience in any of these fields is highly desired:
RADAR (SAR/ISAR)
LPI/LPD waveforms EW techniques Software Defined Radios (SDRs) Image Processing and AI/ML techniques
Basic Qualifications:
BS Degree in Electrical, Computer or related Engineering discipline with 8 years of experience, OR MS Degree in Electrical, Computer or related Engineering discipline with 6 years of experience, OR PhD Degree in Electrical, Computer or related Engineering discipline with 4 years of experience US Citizenship is required Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance is required Proficient with MATLAB, with a Digital Signal Processing focus Proficient in SW (Embedded, applications, AI/ML) or FPGA design
Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Proficient with MATLAB, with a Digital Signal Processing focus Proficient in C/C++, Python, Embedded SW Design in Linux/UNIX environments Proficient in FPGA design on low SWAP systems. Basic understanding of Digital Communication Systems and RF signal processing chains Experience applying AI/ML (e.g., deep learning, transformer, or reinforcement‑learning models) to signal‑processing techniques such as denoising, classification, source separation, or anomaly detection, with emphasis on real‑time deployment and performance optimization. Experience in GPU Development (CUDA, OpenCL, or Vulkan) for real-time signal-processing workloads. Experience in Embedded Development in SoCs or DSPs Experience with VHDL (preferred) or Verilog Experience with HDL verification tools, such as Questa® or Modelsim® Experience with Xilinx, Altera (Intel) or Microsemi FPGAs Experience as a technical lead
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.
Military connected talent encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/ The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Military connected talent encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/ The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance