2027 Associate Digital Signal Processing Engineer - Cincinnati OH

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Cincinnati, OH, USA
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76K-138K Annually
Entry level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Designs, implements, tests, and optimizes digital signal processing algorithms and signal or image collection systems. Responsibilities include researching processing technologies, analyzing system performance, developing requirements and architectures, and collaborating with engineering teams. The role may involve wireless communications, radar, electronic warfare, RF receivers, embedded Linux, FPGA development, and advanced computer architectures. A bachelor’s or master’s degree, MATLAB and C or Octave proficiency, strong signal-processing knowledge, U.S. citizenship, and eligibility for a Top Secret clearance are required.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.


Entry Level opportunities at Northrop Grumman are unique. Are you interested in boosting your knowledge through experience and exposure, while supporting a mission that seeks to protect our nation and its allies?  If so, then Northrop Grumman is the place you!


Our professionals live and breathe different perspectives; we are curious about the world, accepting each other, and aware that the more ideas, backgrounds, opinions and experiences we bring to our work, the stronger that work will be. Just as you would invest your time and hard work into our company, we focus on investing back into you through enriching professional experiences and high-quality learning and development opportunities. We want you to bring your whole self to work, and for you to have meaningful connections with your coworkers, customers and communities, while providing the best products, systems and technologies to protect our world.


Northrop Grumman is seeking Digital Signal Processing Engineers. This position will be located at our Mission Systems Sector in Cincinnati, OH.

Researches, designs, develops and verifies signal and image collection systems, and defines and develops processing and dissemination computer algorithms. Develops requirements analysis, system architecture, and integrates new signal and image processing technology systems. Designs, develops and analyzes systems for the extraction of information from signal and image sensors. Systems utilization includes detection and estimation theories, speech processing, and neural networks; electromagnetic and acoustic effects on signals; and/or implementation of signal processing with advanced computer architectures.

Qualifications - External


A candidate must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:

This requisition may be filled at either a level 1 or a level 2.  Basic qualifications for an Associate Digital Signal Processing Engineer 1 are a Bachelor’s Degree. Basic qualifications for a Digital Signal Processing Engineer Engineer 2 are a Master’s Degree.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement custom signal processing algorithms
  • Research advancements in technology to provide cutting-edge solutions
  • Design and test algorithms using MATLAB, C, and other languages.
  • Analyze and optimize system performance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional team members to ensure program success
  • Work with other engineers to analyze complex problems and provide unique solutions

Basic Qualifications: Associate Digital Signal Processing Engineers


  • A Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or similar STEM degree be completing or has completed their degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD) from an accredited institution
  • ​Be majoring in in Electrical or Computer Engineering with coursework or equivalent work experience in: Digital Signal Processing, Digital Communications Systems, Digital Circuit Design, Programmable Logic, Software Development Experience with Matlab
  • Proficient with MATLAB, C, or Octave
  • Knowledge of signal processing techniques and technologies
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance
  • Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher (unofficial academic transcripts must be provided at time of application by uploading the documents to your application or profile)
  • Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Active government clearance
  • Proficient in C/C++, embedded SW design in Linux
  • Experience with wireless digital communication systems, in particular modern digital modulation techniques and modem design
  • Experience with RADAR and EW signal processing algorithms
  • Experience with RF receiver development, including system link budget and sensitivity analysis, ADC and receiver noise analysis, and baseband conversion and processing
  • Digital design experience and FPGA development experience in VHDL, is a plus
  • Experience with X-Midas, GNU Radio or software-defined radios
  • Coursework or equivalent work experience in: Embedded System Design, RF System Design, RADAR or Electronic Warfare (EW)

Basic Qualifications for a  Digital Signal Processing Engineers


  • A Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or similar STEM degree, be completing or has completed their degree ( Master’s, or PhD) from an accredited institution
  • ​Be majoring in in Electrical or Computer Engineering with coursework or equivalent work experience in: Digital Signal Processing, Digital Communications Systems, Digital Circuit Design, Programmable Logic, Software Development Experience with Matlab
  • Proficient with MATLAB, C, or Octave
  • Knowledge of signal processing techniques and technologies
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance
  • Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher (unofficial academic transcripts must be provided at time of application by uploading the documents to your application or profile)
  • Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Active government clearance
  • Proficient in C/C++, embedded SW design in Linux
  • Experience with wireless digital communication systems, in particular modern digital modulation techniques and modem design
  • Experience with RADAR and EW signal processing algorithms
  • Experience with RF receiver development, including system link budget and sensitivity analysis, ADC and receiver noise analysis, and baseband conversion and processing
  • Digital design experience and FPGA development experience in VHDL, is a plus
  • Experience with X-Midas, GNU Radio or software-defined radios
  • Coursework or equivalent work experience in: Embedded System Design, RF System Design, RADAR or Electronic Warfare (EW)

Salary Range 1: $76,200 - $114,400

Salary Range 2: $91,800 - $137,600


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Primary Level Salary Range: $76,200.00 - $114,400.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's, master's, or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a similar STEM field for the associate role; master's or PhD for the higher-level engineer role
  • Coursework or equivalent experience in digital signal processing, digital communications systems, digital circuit design, programmable logic, and software development
  • Proficiency with MATLAB, C, or Octave
  • Knowledge of signal processing techniques and technologies
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Cumulative GPA of at least 3.00 on a 4.0 scale
  • Active government clearance
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and embedded software design in Linux
  • Experience with wireless digital communication systems, digital modulation techniques, and modem design
  • Experience with radar and electronic warfare signal-processing algorithms
  • RF receiver development experience, including link budgets, sensitivity analysis, ADC and receiver noise analysis, and baseband processing
  • Digital design and FPGA development experience in VHDL
  • Experience with X-Midas, GNU Radio, or software-defined radios
  • Coursework or equivalent experience in embedded system design, RF system design, radar, or electronic warfare

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.

  • Retirement Support — Retirement plans with a company 401(k) match are emphasized as a strong part of total compensation. These offerings are portrayed as especially valuable for long-term financial security.
  • Healthcare Strength — Medical insurance is complemented by wellness programs and related support, contributing to a comprehensive benefits package. Health coverage is frequently regarded as a core strength of the offering.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous paid time off and, at many locations, compressed 9/80 schedules support work-life balance with regular time away. Availability can vary by site and role, but where offered these arrangements are considered attractive.

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What We Do

We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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