Job description

Job Title: Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer Company: Dalcom Engineering Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Salary: $115,000-$180,000 Position Overview: Dalcom Engineering in is currently seeking a Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer, to assist in the development of Modeling & Simulation (M&S) software supporting the development and sustainment of a U.S. Army Radar System Integration Laboratory (SIL) About Us: Founded in 1998, Dalcom Engineering is a HUBZone certified small business committed to providing engineering solutions to the Government and private sectors. Through specializations in computer programing/software development, engineering modeling and combat systems analysis, Dalcom Engineering takes pride in building and empowering teams that will continue to grow with us. Key Responsibilities:. • Develop algorithms for digital signal processing, digital beamforming, and in-phase/quadrature (I/Q) processing; implement these algorithms in C++ and integrate them into a distributed simulation environment. • Provide signal processing expertise, particularly in processing radar I/Q data. • Coordinate with internal and external teams to define requirements and support consistent algorithm implementation across C++, MATLAB, and System-on-Chip embedded solutions. • Analyze gaps and design tradeoffs in the existing simulation environment and develop recommended courses of action. • Communicate proposed technical approaches and findings to stakeholders and leadership. • Participate in technical discussions supporting near- and long-term system planning. • Develop test procedures for algorithm evaluation and analysis. • Maintain code quality through version control, automated software builds, and automated unit testing. Required Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and 5+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree. • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET Security Clearance • 2+ years of experience using MATLAB. • Solid understanding of algorithms and software design patterns. • Software development experience in Linux environments, including CentOS or Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and Windows. • Ability to communicate complex technical ideas and develop clear, well-organized presentations for audiences at all levels. Preferred Qualifications: • 2+ years of experience in radar system design, development, engineering, test, evaluation, and data analysis • Proactive continuous learner, ideally with public repositories on GitLab, GitHub, etc. • Quality technical writing skills • Good understanding of unit testing in a C++ environment • Competent understanding of Python What We Offer: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance If you're driven by intellectually stimulating work, enjoy collaborating with talented peers, and thrive in a high-performing environment, then Dalcom may be for you! As a HUBZone-certified Small Business, Dalcom is committed to creating employment opportunities for individuals who live in historically underutilized business zones. Although HUBZone residency is not required for this position, qualified candidates who reside in a HUBZone are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates identifying themselves as HUBZone residents must be able to provide documentation verifying their qualifying residential address. Check Address

Requirements

Must-haves

Job Title: Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer
Company: Dalcom Engineering
Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Salary: $115,000-$180,000
Key Responsibilities:.
Develop algorithms for digital signal processing, digital beamforming, and in-phase/quadrature (I/Q) processing; implement these algorithms in C++ and integrate them into a distributed simulation environment.
Provide signal processing expertise, particularly in processing radar I/Q data.
Coordinate with internal and external teams to define requirements and support consistent algorithm implementation across C++, MATLAB, and System-on-Chip embedded solutions.
Analyze gaps and design tradeoffs in the existing simulation environment and develop recommended courses of action.
Communicate proposed technical approaches and findings to stakeholders and leadership.
Participate in technical discussions supporting near- and long-term system planning.
Develop test procedures for algorithm evaluation and analysis.
Maintain code quality through version control, automated software builds, and automated unit testing.
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and 5+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET Security Clearance
2+ years of experience using MATLAB.
Solid understanding of algorithms and software design patterns.
Software development experience in Linux environments, including CentOS or Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and Windows.
Ability to communicate complex technical ideas and develop clear, well-organized presentations for audiences at all levels.
2+ years of experience in radar system design, development, engineering, test, evaluation, and data analysis

Nice-to-haves

Proactive continuous learner, ideally with public repositories on GitLab, GitHub, etc.
Quality technical writing skills
Good understanding of unit testing in a C++ environment
Competent understanding of Python

Application prep

Use the role’s language and application details while tailoring your materials.

Keywords to mirror

python

Platform: breezy
Effort: medium

Benefits

Benefits detected in the listing.

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

401(K)

Paid Time Off