Digital Signal Processing Engineer - DSP

Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer – Defence, Cyber & Intelligence

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and forward-thinking Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer to join a dynamic team working at the cutting edge of Defence, Cyber, and Intelligence technologies. You\’ll play a vital role in advanced R&D initiatives, developing software-defined radio (SDR) systems and mission-specific payloads that contribute to national security and technological advancement.

In this role, you will be applying your DSP expertise across a wide range of innovative projects. From reverse engineering and algorithm development to integrating SDR platforms and contributing to payload design, you will be working on real-world problems that require creative and analytical thinking. The work is varied, challenging, and highly rewarding, offering opportunities to deepen your technical expertise in a collaborative, research-driven environment.

Desirable Skills

• Strong experience in Digital Signal Processing (DSP), including algorithm development and optimization.
• Experience in reverse engineering RF systems and signal analysis.
• Background in R&D for developing innovative solutions and cutting-edge algorithms.
• Proficiency with Python, C/C++, and/or other programming languages used in DSP and SDR development.
• Knowledge of signal modulation/demodulation techniques and digital communication protocols.
• Experience with real-time testing and performance evaluation of RF systems.
• Experience with GnuRadio or similar SDR platforms.
• FPGA/RFSOC development experience and proficiency in VHDL or Verilog
• Familiarity with Linux environments, version control systems (e.g., GitLab), and collaborative development tools.
• Experience with payload development for defence or covert communications systems.

PLEASE NOTE: Current high level Security Clearance (UKIC eDV) is vital for this role.

For more information on this role, please contact Daiane on 0121 2694660 or send your CV to

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