Job Summary General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

The Electrical Engineering department at GA-ASI MPEx is looking for a highly experienced Signal Processing Engineer with strong capabilities in systems architecture, RTL level design, verification and validation. This position will work with cutting edge technology and systems and will develop products at all TRL levels, including conceptual, prototype, and production. The successful candidate will work with a multi-disciplinary team to design, develop, and implement data processing and signal processing algorithms.


DUTIES AND REPONSIBILITIES:

• Proficient in the implementation of advanced digital signal and/or image processing algorithms on FPGAs.
• Determines technical objectives for solution(s) to advanced technical engineering problems.
• Represents the organization as a prime technical contact within the engineering team for assigned project(s)/program(s).
• Proficient with the following tools / languages: MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++, VHDL, Xilinx Vivado
• Ability to design innovative embedded algorithms given system performance specifications.
• Must be able to prototype algorithms in a high level language before embedded implementation.
• Ability to translate system performance specifications into digital firmware requirements, design, and test specifications.
• May function in an advisory or leadership role for a project/program and provide direction and guidance to less experienced professional staff or team of professional staff.
• Formulates plans and guides the development and implementation of engineering solution(s) including deployment, resource requirements, testing, documentation, integration and compliance and safety.
• Plans and coordinates the maintenance of engineering solutions including, documentation, reporting, publishing, and making technical and other presentations to ensure viability of the solution(s) in an evolving environment.
• Plans for future applications of solutions based on new developments in engineering technology.
• Participates in or may lead the development of new or expansion of existing business opportunities.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.



Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; fifteen or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, thirteen or more years of experience with a masters degree, or ten or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Demonstrates a detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership.
• Must possess ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment and strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals.
• Capability of representing the organization as a prime technical contact.
• Ability to provide leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals.
• Customer focused.
• Able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment.
• Able to work extended hours and travel as required.
• A Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, invited to present one or more original works to an engineering symposium, and invited and/or participated on an engineering review panel are desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.

DESIRABLE SKILLS:

• Signal processing and implementation experience for Acoustic Sensors, Optical Sensors, Electronic Warfare, Radar, and/or RF Communication systems.
• Proficient with RDMA/RoCE implementations.
• Proficient with embedded security implementations.
• Proficient with beamforming, channelization, and polyphase filters.

Salary:$128,130 - $229,358