DSP Engineer

Company Overview : Dedrone is the world's most trusted smart airspace security company. Hundreds of commercial, government and military customers around the world rely on Dedrone's comprehensive, command and control (C2) solution to protect against the persistent and escalating threat from drones while enabling "good" drones to fly. By leveraging AI / ML, Dedrone is the only solution that provides continuous, autonomous interrogation and verification of drones that enables both multi-sensor and multi-mitigation options onto a single fused "pane-of-glass". Whether on-premise / air-gapped or in the cloud, Dedrone customers can easily detect, track, identify, analyze, and mitigate drone threats.

Your Impact

As a DSP Engineer , you will play a critical role in advancing state-of-the-art technology for drone detection and localization through RF spectrum analysis. By designing and implementing sophisticated signal processing algorithms, you will directly contribute to enhancing security and safety in a rapidly evolving field. This position offers you the opportunity to work on innovative, real-world challenges that will sharpen your expertise in DSP, wireless communication, and software development. You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, expand your technical horizons, and gain invaluable experience in cutting-edge systems with a tangible societal impact. This is a career-defining opportunity to innovate and grow in a high-demand, high-tech industry.

What You'll Do

Location : Onsite in Sterling for 3 or more days a week, Other days working remotely.

Reports to : Lead DSP Engineer

Key Responsibilities :

• RF Spectrum Analysis : Perform advanced analysis and feature extraction from RF signals using Software Defined Radio (SDR) frameworks and other state-of-the-art tools. Write prototype code in Python or Matlab to proof concepts.
• Design and Implementation : Develop and optimize real-time signal-processing algorithms in C and CUDA to detect, classify, and locate drones within RF spectrum data. Ensure scalability and performance of the software in real-world applications.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work with hardware, software, and data fusion teams to integrate DSP components seamlessly into larger systems, contributing to end-to-end solutions.
• Mentorship and Leadership : Act as a technical resource and mentor for junior team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.
• Continuous Improvement : Stay updated on advancements in DSP, SDR, and wireless communication to identify new tools, techniques, and approaches that enhance system capabilities.
• Documentation and Communication : Create detailed technical documentation for developed algorithms and processes. Present findings, updates, and project milestones to stakeholders effectively.
• Tool Development and Maintenance : Develop utilities in Python and C for testing, data analysis, and algorithm validation, ensuring maintainability and robustness.

What You Bring

Benefits that Benefit You

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.

Don't meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Dedrone, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

Dedrone is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Dedrone's impact on the environment. All Dedrone employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Dedrone employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We're committed to hiring the best talent - regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances - and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email recruitingops@axon.com.