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Job Description:
The Lead RF Software Engineer performs the following technical tasks as a leader in the Airborne Sensing (ABS) Group (75% to 80% of the time):
- Takes a lead role in Developing the software to bring RF, Wireless, SIGINT, ELINT, and/or Electronic Warfare solution designs to fruition, drawing from experience with:
- Implementing real time DSP algorithms for modulation/demodulation, filtering, channelization, detection, and estimation
- Implementing and testing ultra-time-sensitive location estimations, and event-driven frameworks
- Authoring low-level code to maximize efficiency and keep runtimes manageable
- Developing algorithms for signal detection, classification, geolocation, and parameter estimation (e.g., frequency, bandwidth, modulation type, direction of arrival)
- Implementing feature extraction, time frequency analysis, and spectral analysis pipelines
- Integrating machine learning or statistical techniques for signal identification, anomaly detection, and emitter recognition
- Designing schemas and APIs to store, query, and serve RF derived metadata to downstream systems
- Designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for complex signal processing and RF applications
- Using containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Podman) and orchestration frameworks (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker Swarm) to deploy scalable, high-performance RF/DSP services
- Reviews and approves the code developed by subordinates for merging into the appropriate product baseline.
- Leads efforts for the adoption of standards, processes, procedures, and tools appropriate for the projects and technologies our team supports.
- Collaborates and coordinate with external and internal customers and partners – builds collaborative relationships through effective communications and outreach.
- Demonstrates entrepreneurial/strategic mindset – wants to be a part of improving and growing a business.
The Lead RF Software Engineer also performs the following leadership activities (20 to 25% of the time):
- Serves as the Technical Lead for multiple interwoven programs to provide software-based prototype capabilities to the war fighter.
- Provides oversight for design, development, documentation, and testing of complex tactical and national software systems from concept development through transition to operations.
- Provides technical leadership for both Parsons and subcontractor team members with an eye toward providing the best solution and capabilities on schedule to our customers for transition to operations.
- Analyzes data from operational data flows to provide recommendations for refinement to improve capability utilization and trade space analysis for higher priority solutions.
- Provides functional management of the Airborne Sensing Software and DSP development team to include, but not limited to, timekeeping approvals, goal setting, conducting performance reviews, and providing professional mentorship.
- Participates in solutions for new programs, proposals, and pre-proposal efforts to develop concepts and mission requirements into viable system architectures for successful proposals and program execution (as-needed basis).
- Assists the ABS Product Manager and Business Area Lead with the development of technical roadmaps and strategy.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
- A Master’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
- 10+ years of experience in software or DSP development and personnel management,
- Active TS/SCI with CI Poly,
- Background in design, development, test, and integration of rapid-prototype software architectures.
- Experience in cloud-based Continuous Integration/ Continuous Development pipelines.
- Experience with source-code analysis and resolution
- Experience with data analysis for trade space consideration of complex system designs
- Experience modeling data flows for complex integrated systems
- Background in real-time software development for software-based RF, Wireless, SIGINT, ELINT, and/or Electronic Warfare capabilities.
- Background and working level knowledge of digital signal processing, waveform development, data analytics, software-defined radios, and software development.
- Experience in developing customer-facing documentation of specifications, ICDs, design reviews, and test documentation. Develops a wide variety of contractual and internal documentation and reports.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
- Experience with proposal writing and building customer relations,
- Working knowledge of Software Development Frameworks,
- Previous IC or DoD-related RF, Wireless, SIGINT, ELINT, and/or Electronic Warfare systems program/project work experience.
Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements. U.S. Citizenship is required.
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $176,900.00 - $332,400.00Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
- 10+ years of experience in software or DSP development and personnel management
- Active TS/SCI with CI Poly (Top Secret SCI with Polygraph)
- Background in design, development, test, and integration of rapid-prototype software architectures
- Experience with cloud-based Continuous Integration/Continuous Development pipelines
- Experience with source-code analysis and resolution
- Experience with data analysis for trade space consideration of complex system designs
- Experience modeling data flows for complex integrated systems
- Background in real-time software development for RF, Wireless, SIGINT, ELINT, and/or Electronic Warfare capabilities
- Working knowledge of digital signal processing, waveform development, data analytics, and software-defined radios
- Experience developing customer-facing specifications, ICDs, design reviews, and test documentation
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
