RF Software Engineer

Join VTG onsite in Hanover, MD to build and optimize advanced RF and Digital Signal Processing (DSP) software for mission-critical government systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and optimize RF and DSP algorithms for advanced signal processing applications
• Build high-performance software for RF signal detection, analysis, processing, and exploitation
• Create algorithms for high-throughput processing and operation under low SNR, including higher-order modulation and adaptive modulation
• Develop, maintain, and improve software applications in C++ and Python using Linux-based environments
• Analyze RF signal characteristics and develop algorithms to improve performance and processing efficiency
• Modify and enhance existing software and firmware to support evolving technical and operational requirements
• Integrate and adapt COTS and GOTS technologies to meet specialized government requirements
• Develop, test, debug, and validate RF signal processing software to ensure accuracy, reliability, and performance
• Optimize computational efficiency and overall system performance for algorithm execution at scale
• Create and maintain technical documentation for software architecture, signal processing models, algorithms, and implementation approaches
• Communicate complex RF and DSP algorithms to engineering teams to support integration, reuse, and ongoing development
• Collaborate with RF engineers, software developers, systems engineers, and other technical stakeholders across the software lifecycle
• Participate in technical design reviews, software testing, troubleshooting, and system integration

Requirements

• US Citizen with TS/SCI with Poly required
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline from an accredited college or university
• 4 years of experience developing DSP algorithms using similar software development processes
• 4 years of software development experience using C++, Linux, Python, or similar development technologies
• Demonstrated experience working in Linux-based development environments
• Formal training or demonstrated proficiency in C++ programming within Linux environments
• Experience designing, developing, and implementing DSP algorithms for signal processing applications
• Understanding of RF signal processing principles, including low SNR, higher-order modulation, and adaptive modulation
• Experience developing, modifying, testing, and troubleshooting software applications and algorithms
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate technical concepts, document algorithm designs, and collaborate effectively with engineering teams

Technologies

• C++
• Python
• Linux
• DSP
• RF
• COTS (Commercial Off-the-Shelf)
• GOTS (Government Off-the-Shelf)

Benefits

• Eligible candidates may receive a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000

Role Overview

• Design, develop, implement, and optimize advanced Radio Frequency (RF) and Digital Signal Processing (DSP) software solutions for mission-critical government systems
• Work across C++, Python, Linux, and DSP algorithm development for high-performance RF signal processing, signal analysis, and communications applications
• Develop and enhance algorithms, integrate existing technologies, and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to support complex government mission requirements