Senior Digital Signal Processing EngineerPosted: November 14, 2009
Senior Digital Signal Processing Engineer Classification Sr Prof Staff I/Sr Prof Staff II Job ID: 81627 Department: Space Department Group: SER Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Recruiting Location: JHU/APL Main Facility Supervisor Job: N Return to Previous Page Introduction The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), a national leader in scientific research and development, located midway between Baltimore and Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Digital Signal Processing Engineer. Responsibilities Candidate will be responsible for providing strong technical leadership over the design and implementation of digital signal processing systems for spaceflight radios. Perform DSP system-level and architectural design including requirements definition, key component selection for mixed signal systems, algorithm development for software/firmware-based processing, system modeling/simulation, and conceptual board-level layout. Document projects and designs, including technical and schedule requirements, user guides, test results, and comprehensive project reports. Documentation will also include external publications, presentations and sponsor briefings. Qualifications Required: Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of six years direct experience in the design of DSP systems, preferably in the area of radio communications or radar. Strong practical and analytical knowledge of mixed-signal processing circuits and systems. Prior hands-on experience in hardware design and testing including some VHDL programming. Demonstrated leadership traits including strong technical capability, good interpersonal and communications skills, and the ability to lead a team of three or more technical professionals. Desired: Experience with closed-loop phaselock systems such as carrier tracking loops. Experience in designing for high reliability applications and/or high radiation environments. Experience in the design and testing of software defined radios. History of publications, patents, and/or teaching in related fields. Special Work Conditions Security Applicants selected will be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include US citizenship. Benefits APL offers a comprehensive benefits package including a liberal vacation plan, a matching retirement program, significant educational assistance, a scholarship tuition program for staff with dependents, and competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience. For more information about our organization, please visit our web site at www.jhuapl.edu. How To Apply Equal Employment Opportunity Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, as well as other applicable laws, and values diversity in its workforce. Return to Previous Page
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