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Digital Signal Processing Engineer

CACI
Aurora, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 1/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/10/2026

Job Profile:

Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineering T3

JR Type:

Funded

Job Category:

Engineering

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

TS/SCI

Percentage of Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Type of Travel:

Outside Continental US

Program/Opportunity Name:

Program | Resonator

Referral Bonus Plan:

$3,000 - TS/SCI

Anticipated Posting End: 1/1/2026


 

Job Description:

The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking a senior Digital Signal Processing Engineer in Aurora, Colorado to be at the forefront of developing cutting-edge solutions for the Intelligence Community. This role offers you the chance to work on high-priority projects that directly impact national security, while advancing your career in a dynamic and innovative environment.  Join our team at CACI and apply your digital signal processing skills to solve complex challenges in the intelligence field. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, contribute to mission-critical projects, and grow your career in a supportive and innovative environment. Make a real difference in national security while pushing the boundaries of digital signal processing technology.

Responsibilities:

  • Be a key contributor to the design and development of digital signal processing solutions.

  • Serve as a member of a dynamic, small team where your work immediately contributes to operational products and you will have a strong connection to the impact of your work

  • Engage in field testing and deployment of operational capabilities into 24/7 mission centers.

  • Develop an understanding of our processing architecture, system control interfaces, and data products to build robust solutions providing meaningful real-world results.

  • Provide teammates with technical leadership as a senior DSP engineer

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in a scientific, mathematical, or engineering discipline

  • Active TS/SCI security clearance

  • Software defined radio experience to include receiver architectures, software channelization, modulation/demodulation techniques, error correcting codes, and spectral analysis

  • Proven ability to define, design, and implement robust Python and/or C applications

  • Strong troubleshooting skills supporting a mission critical operational environment

  • Linux software development proficiency

  • Good written and verbal skills

Desired:

  • Active TS/SCI w/ CI Poly

  • Experience with software defined radio and/or X-Midas programming

  • Working familiarity with Radio Frequency (RF) systems and test equipment

  • Understand and develop link budgets, range estimates, and system sensitivity assessments

Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$90,300 - 189,600 USD

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Salary : $90,300 - $189,600

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