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Research Engineer – Signal Processing and Digital Communications
 

Job Summary

Want real world GPS engineering experience in a cutting edge R&D environment? This is an opportunity for a recently graduated Electrical or Aerospace Engineer proficient in MATLAB software, with academic training in signal processing, signal simulation and digital communications.

This individual will work under the direction of a senior systems engineer and senior research staff to help develop and test new applications for the NAVSYS GPS Signal Simulation Toolbox. These MATLAB-based tools, which enable GPS data analysis & signal processing, will focus on the use of data from Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS). This individual will write and test Matlab code, write documentation, and learn a lot about GPS and GNSS. 

 
Academic Requirements

The following is required:

  • Graduate of an Electrical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering academic program. Candidate should have a graduate degree or an undergraduate degree with 2+ year relevant experience.
  • Is highly proficient in programming in MATLAB. Has some experience in using C and C++
  • Has successfully completed the following coursework in good standing:
    Estimation theory methodology, Kalman filtering, and Stochastic models
    • Signal processing and systems
    • Digital communications I & II
    • Statistical signal processing
    • Signal acquisition and tracking loops (PLL, DLL, FLL, MLE, KF)
    • Spread spectrum communications
The following is not required but highly desirable:
  • Has experience or completed coursework in:
    • Estimation theory and adaptive filters (e.g., Kalman filters, and Stochastic models)
    • Image processing
    • GPS or GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite Systems) applications and receiver design
  • Experience with implementation of algorithms using general purpose processors for real-time applications
Citizenship and Security Clearance
  • U.S. citizen is desired
  • An active Secret or Top Secret Clearance is a plus
 
 

For Consideration

This position is available immediately.  To apply, forward your resume, a cover letter stating your qualifications for the position, an unofficial copy of your academic transcript, and writing sample to: careers@navsys.com.  Please indicate the position title in the subject heading.  Read more about NAVSYS at www.navsys.com.

About NAVSYS

Founded in 1986 by Dr. Alison Brown, NAVSYS is an established, growing, and well-respected R&D firm breaking ground in GPS, inertial navigation and communications products.  NAVSYS was the recipient of the prestigious 2007 SBIR Tibbetts Award and AFEI’s 2008 Excellence in Enterprise Integration Award.  NAVSYS offers a learning and development environment with access to cutting edge technology.  We are located at the foot of the breathtaking Rocky Mountains in northern Colorado Springs.   We are housed in a casual, dog-friendly environment just north of the USAFA at I-25 and exit 158. If you are looking for an exciting and challenging, fast-paced environment, apply to join our team!  NAVSYS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Read more about our company at http://www.navsys.com.


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