Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engineer - FPGA

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:

• 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.

Required Qualifications:

• 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.

DSP Qualifications:

• 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++.

FPGA Qualifications:

• 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.

Preferred Technical Competencies:

• 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

Clearance Level

 

No Clearance

The salary range for this role is:

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

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.

Benefits:  AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.  For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

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

U.S. Citizenship required