Signal Processing Engineer

Signal Processing Engineer

About CoVar

CoVar is a small AI/ML R&D software company in Durham, NC, that uses artificial intelligence to solve problems that matter. We develop AI/ML tools to help the DoD detect enemies and threats, help biomedical researchers find new cures for diseases, and help monitor machinery to prevent injuries and environmental catastrophes. We are passionate engineers, dedicated to pushing the bounds of what AI/ML can do in the real world.

About this position

You will help CoVar develop signal processing algorithms and software to solve real-world customer problems. You will develop novel and advanced algorithms for sense making and sensor decision making for applications in the RF domain to include detection, localization, classification, tracking and EW. You will design and implement simulations for these RF applications as well as evaluate results on real world data. You will have the opportunity to present your work to high-level customers in the DoD and in the industry. The position includes opportunities to publish novel work in both classified and unclassified settings.

Key Responsibilities 

• Algorithm Development: Design, implement, and optimize signal and array processing algorithms for RF applications, detection, localization, tracking, channel estimation, beamforming, and spectral analysis.
• Data Analysis: Process and interpret RF datasets for signal detection, classification, tracking, parameter estimation, and pattern recognition.
• Prototyping & Testing: Develop simulation models (e.g., Python, MATLAB) and implement algorithms on real-time platforms such as FPGAs, GPUs, or SDRs (Software-Defined Radios).
• RF System Integration: Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms into RF systems and ensure optimal end-to-end performance.
• Performance Evaluation: Conduct laboratory and field testing to validate system performance under various operational conditions.
• Research & Innovation: Stay up to date with emerging RF technologies, advanced signal processing techniques, and industry best practices.
• Documentation: Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders. 

Minimum qualifications

• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Applied Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in RF signal processing or a related discipline.
• Strong proficiency in one or more of the following programming languages: Python, C/C++, or MATLAB.