Digital Signal Processing Engineer

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Sterling, VA, USA
In-Office
79K-163K Annually
Entry level
Information Technology • Consulting • Defense
The Role
Design, develop, integrate, test, and maintain signal processing and SIGINT software systems and DSP/ML tools across platforms. Enhance GOTS tools (X-Midas, M2Extra), define requirements and architecture, and support full software development lifecycle in collaborative teams.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Title: Digital Signal Processing Engineer

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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What You’ll Get to Do:
Design, develop, debug, integrate, and test signal processing algorithms and SIGINT software systems running on a variety of platforms supporting intelligence, defense, and other government missions.
Design, develop, integrate, and test analytic signal processing software tools for DSP algorithms
Design, develop, integrate, and test software for Machine Learning applications.
Enhance and maintain existing X-Midas and M2Extra Government Off The Shelf (GOTS) signal processing tools.
Help define the requirements, CONOPs and architecture for future systems.
Use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks.
Expected graduation in Spring 2026 with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science or related field
You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

TS/SCI with Polygraph
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer, or Electrical and Computer Engineering
Experience processing signals using any signal processing software tool suite
Experience programming in Python, and C++
Linux software development experience
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).
Experience working in collaborative team environments centered around signal processing and software development
These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have: 
Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science or related field
Development of link budgets, range estimates, and system sensitivity assessments
Understanding of software defined radio systems:
Receiver architectures
Software channelization
Modulation/demodulation techniques
Spectral analysis
Experience with X-Midas in the development of RF transmission and receiver systems or software defined radios
Experience with 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

 

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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.

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.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$79,400 - $162,700

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.

Skills Required

  • TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • Expected graduation Spring 2026 with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical and Computer Engineering
  • Experience processing signals using signal processing software tool suites
  • Experience programming in Python
  • Experience programming in C++
  • Linux software development experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency communicating technical and analytical information in written products
  • Exposure to all phases of the software development lifecycle (concept, design, implementation, test, production)
  • Experience working in collaborative team environments focused on signal processing and software development
  • Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science or related field
  • Development of link budgets, range estimates, and system sensitivity assessments
  • Understanding of software defined radio systems (receiver architectures, software channelization, modulation/demodulation, spectral analysis)
  • Experience with X-Midas in development of RF transmission and receiver systems or software defined radios
  • Experience with Kubernetes or Docker
  • Experience with telemetry systems
  • Knowledge and experience processing signals including error correcting codes and digital video formats
  • Knowledge and experience with target tracking systems
  • Knowledge and experience performing machine learning techniques

CACI International Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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

  • Healthcare Strength Pay is supported by a broad set of health-plan options across multiple national carriers, with telemedicine and tax-advantaged accounts included. Dental and vision choices are also described as multi-option, which strengthens overall coverage breadth.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Flexible Time Off is available for many salaried-exempt roles, while hourly roles accrue PTO, creating multiple time-off pathways by employment class. Paid disability coverage, fixed holidays, and paid leave programs (including parental leave and other leave types) further round out time-off and leave coverage.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support includes a 401(k) match structure described as 50% up to 8% of pay (effective 4%) and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a discount. Tuition reimbursement and certification support also add to the overall rewards package that complements core retirement benefits.

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The Company
HQ: Reston, VA
17,673 Employees
Year Founded: 1962

What We Do

CACI’s approximately 23,000 talented employees are vigilant in providing the unique expertise and distinctive technology that address our customers’ greatest enterprise and mission challenges. Our culture of good character, innovation, and excellence drives our success and earns us recognition as a Fortune World's Most Admired Company. As a member of the Fortune 1000 Largest Companies, the Russell 1000 Index, and the S&P MidCap 400 Index, we consistently deliver strong shareholder value. Visit us at www.caci.com.

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