What are the responsibilities and job description for the Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer - FPGA position at AV?
Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
AV is seeking a dynamic and skilled Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer with FPGA experience to join our growing team in Sunrise, Florida. This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced technologies that shape the future of defense and communications systems. As a key technical contributor, you’ll develop innovative DSP architectures and algorithms, integrate solutions into real-time embedded systems, and serve as a Subject-Matter Expert (SME) across multiple platforms.
Primary Responsibilities Include
No Clearance
ITAR Requirement
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR
We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.
Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
Who We Are
Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.
Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.
What We Do
Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.
ITAR
Regular
Job Description
AV is seeking a dynamic and skilled Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer with FPGA experience to join our growing team in Sunrise, Florida. This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced technologies that shape the future of defense and communications systems. As a key technical contributor, you’ll develop innovative DSP architectures and algorithms, integrate solutions into real-time embedded systems, and serve as a Subject-Matter Expert (SME) across multiple platforms.
Primary Responsibilities Include
- Design, simulate, and implement moderate to complex digital signal processing modules using tools like MATLAB, Simulink, and VHDL/Verilog for FPGA platforms.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams — including hardware engineers, software developers, and system architects — to develop and integrate DSP solutions.
- Receive and interpret technical instruction for defined project goals and collaborate on broader system designs.
- Participate in meetings and communications with customers and partners to support project requirements and ensure deliverables are aligned with expectations.
- Apply modern DSP techniques, algorithms, and methodologies to enhance existing architectures and develop cutting-edge solutions.
- Contribute to complex problem-solving through hands-on development and team brainstorming.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field) and 6 years of prior relevant experience or Master’s Degree and 4 years of prior relevant experience.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance.
- Proficiency in Intermediate Digital Signal Processing Algorithms.
- Solid understanding of DSP concepts such as filtering, FFT, and sampling theory.
- Proficiency in Communications theory.
- Some Proficiency in programming languages preferably C or C .
- Strong interest in FPGA development and low-resource digital design techniques.
- Experience with RTL design in VHDL simulation tools, and synthesis flows.
- Familiarity with FPGA platforms (e.g., Xilinx, Microchip) and embedded system development is a plus.
- Software Defined Radios
- Digital Signal Processing Theory
- Signal Processing Algorithms: e.g., Rate conversion, Correlation and Filtering
- C, C Programming: Object Oriented Design
- DSP Algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink: Develop and pick up MATLAB models for bit exact design verification; May use SIMULINK (system generator) as an interim step.
- DSP and FPGA Code Optimization
- Modem Design (SATCOM, wireless, Cellular & SDR)
- Physical Layers e.g. GSM, Wi-Max, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- Real Time Debugging
- Signal Impairments Testing, BER Testing: Modem Qualification experience.
- Design Documentation
- Performance Verification and Validation
- Software/Hardware implementation collaboration
- System Requirements Analysis
- TFS, GIT Revision Control Tools
- Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant)
- Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
No Clearance
ITAR Requirement
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR
- 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.
Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
Who We Are
Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.
Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.
What We Do
Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.
ITAR