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Digital Signals Processing Lead

CACI
Sterling, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/24/2025
Digital Signals Processing Lead

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Local

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CACI is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer for the Exploit, Enhance, Enable, Influence (E3I) program within the C-C5ISR division in Sterling, VA to design, develop, enhance, deploy, and sustain current and future technologies, prototypes, systems, and SIGINT sensors directly supporting Army tactical commanders. We provide cutting-edge signals intelligence (SIGINT) solutions and deliver advanced electronic warfare systems to the Department of Defense. Our team is focused on creating innovative, technology-driven solutions that address the most critical defense challenges. This is a unique opportunity to lead a talented team, engage with key customers, and drive impactful programs forward.

  • Lead and manage a team of DSP Engineers in areas such as innovation, system sustainment, and operational support.
  • Collaborate with customers to shape the future direction of our tactical systems.
  • Work within a dynamic engineering matrix to support the end-to-end development of SIGINT Software-Defined Radio (SDR) tactical systems.
  • Design, develop, debug, and test of signal processing applications running on a variety of platforms supporting intelligence, defense, and other government missions.
  • Design, develop, integrate, and test software for Machine Learning applications.
  • Help define the requirements, CONOPs and architecture for future systems.
  • Develop and refine analytic signal processing tools.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Strong background in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and communication theory.
  • Proven experience in technical leadership and customer engagement.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C , or other object-oriented or functional programming languages.
  • Extensive experience in full-stack Linux software development.
  • 7 years of related experience in relevant engineering disciplines (e.g. Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering).
  • Demonstrated proficiency in communicating technical and analytical information in written products
  • Exposure to all phases of software development lifecycle (concept, design, implementation, test, and production).
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain Poly
  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering disciplines (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering).
  • Software Development skills with object-oriented languages.

Desired:

  • Understanding of Software Defined Radio (SDR) systems, including:
  • Receiver architectures
  • Software channelization
  • Modulation/demodulation techniques
  • Spectral analysis
  • Experience with development of signal processing techniques and SDRs.
  • Familiarity with modern software architectures and technologies, such as Kubernetes or Docker.
  • Experience with telemetry systems.
  • Knowledge and experience of processing signals, including:
  • Error correcting codes
  • Digital video formats
  • Knowledge and experience with target tracking systems.
  • Knowledge and experience performing machine learning techniques.
  • Experience in design, development, or testing of weapons systems.
  • Development of link budgets, range estimates, and system sensitivity assessments.

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. 

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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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:

$131,800 - $290,000

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 : $131,800 - $290,000

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