Wireless Communications Algorithm Engineer

Job overview

The Wireless Communications Algorithm Engineer is an onsite role based in Laurel, MD. Compensation is not specified, and the role supports the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in solving communications challenges for special operations and intelligence communities. This role exists to research and develop solutions for evolving wireless threats. The engineer will focus on digital signal processing (DSP) and waveform design to provide technical solutions for specialized wireless systems.

What you'll do

• Research new technologies
• support DSP algorithm development
• provide technical solutions
• translate concepts into technical plans
• communicate results
• work with SATCOM, MAC layer protocols, and software-defined radio.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

wireless engineer

algorithm engineer

laurel md

contract

day shift

full-time

security clearance

dsp

satcom

sdr

apl

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Robust education assistance, unparalleled retirement contributions, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term/long-term disability, flexible spending accounts.

Why this role

Requires ability to obtain Interim Top Secret and Top Secret clearance; experience with MATLAB or Python.

About the employer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.