Top Secret Signals Engineer

Insight Global is looking for an RF Systems Engineer (Signals Engineer) to join a team supporting a mission-driven R&D environment. This individual will play a key role in capturing, analyzing, and characterizing radio frequency (RF) signals using software defined radio (SDR) platforms. The role is heavily focused on lab-based work, with a mix of hands-on signal analysis and software development (approximately 50/50). This engineer will be responsible for both developing new SDR applications and enhancing existing tools, while working with primarily digital communication signals. The ideal candidate will have experience with Python and/or C++, SDR platforms (such as USRP or HackRF), GNU Radio, and RF test equipment, along with a strong understanding of RF fundamentals and digital signal processing. This role requires an active Top Secret clearance (eligible for SCI) and offers the opportunity to work on prototyping and characterization efforts with real-world impact The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys a balance of hands-on technical work and coding, acting as a “radio signal detective” — capturing signals from the environment, building tools to analyze them, and helping the team better understand how communication systems operate. The work is primarily conducted in a lab/desk environment with occasional (10%) CONUS travel, and involves close collaboration with a small, highly technical team tackling complex RF challenges.

compensation:

$36/hr to $70/hr.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

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Must Haves :
• Active Top Secret Clearance (must be eligible for SCI)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• 3–5 years of relevant experience (LCAT T3, flexible depending on candidate)
• Strong experience with Software Defined Radios (e.g., HackRF, Ettus USRP)
• Proficiency in Python and/or C/C++ for SDR and signal processing development
• Experience with GNU Radio or similar DSP frameworks
• Solid understanding of:
o RF fundamentals
o Modulation techniques
o Wireless communication protocols
• Experience with digital signal processing concepts and implementation
• Familiarity with RF test equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers)
• Ability to develop custom signal processing and analysis tools

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience analyzing signals from unmanned systems (UAS, UGV, USV)
• Knowledge of tactical communications systems (DMR, MANET)
• Familiarity with Linux environments for SDR development
• Understanding of secure communications systems
• Exposure to real-time signal processing and optimization techniques
• Knowledge of electronic warfare (EW) concepts
• Experience with or exposure to FPGA-based RF systems
• Strong experience in technical documentation and reporting

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.