Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer – DV Cleared – Up to £95,000 DOE

Overview

Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer – DV Cleared – Up to £95,000 DOE

Salary: £50,000 – £95,000 (depending on experience & seniority) Work on advanced DSP, Software-Defined Radio (SDR) and payload development projects DV Clearance required | On-site in Gloucester with flexible working pattern

ABOUT THE CLIENT:

Our client is a globally leading defence company delivering pioneering technologies across Defence, Cyber, and Intelligence domains. They drive innovation in communications and mission systems, giving engineers the chance to work on some of the most complex and rewarding projects in the industry. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking a Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer to join their expanding team in Gloucester.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £95,000 (DOE) Flexible working schedule Professional development and progression pathways Involvement in cutting-edge research and development projects Comprehensive benefits package

The Digital Signal Processing Engineer Role

As a DSP Engineer, you will apply your expertise in digital signal processing, algorithm development, and reverse engineering to deliver innovative solutions in software-defined radio (SDR) and payload technologies. This role combines hands-on R&D with system integration, giving you the opportunity to push the boundaries of modern communications technologies while contributing to mission-critical Defence and Intelligence programmes.

Responsibilities

• Reverse engineering and analysis of RF systems, signals, and software
• Developing and optimising DSP algorithms for SDR applications
• Designing and integrating payloads for advanced communication systems
• Supporting R&D initiatives to drive innovation in DSP and SDR technologies
• Conducting laboratory, field, and real-world testing and validation
• Collaborating with hardware and software teams to deliver fully integrated solutions

DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Strong background in DSP, including algorithm design and optimisation
• Experience in reverse engineering RF systems and signal analysis
• Hands-on experience with SDR platforms and technologies
• Proficiency in Python, C/C++, or similar programming languages for DSP/SDR development
• Knowledge of signal modulation/demodulation techniques and digital communication protocols
• Experience in real-time testing and evaluation of RF systems

Desirable

• GnuRadio or similar SDR platform experience
• FPGA / RFSoC development and VHDL or Verilog proficiency
• Familiarity with Linux environments and GitLab version control
• Experience with payload development for Defence or covert comms systems

To Be Considered

Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via kelly.harvey@searchability.com. For further information, please call me on 0203 854 0120 / 07889 589 648. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

Key Skills

• DSP Engineer
• Digital Signal Processing
• Reverse Engineering
• SDR
• Software-Defined Radio
• Algorithm Development
• Signal Analysis
• Payload Development
• FPGA
• RFSoC
• VHDL
• Verilog
• Python
• C++
• Defence
• DV Clearance
• NSD