2025 Associate DSP Software Engineer - Thales Defense & Security, Inc.

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. is a global company serving the defense, federal, and commercial markets with innovative solutions for the ground tactical, airborne and avionics, naval/maritime, and public safety and security domains. In addition to mission-critical communication systems, the company provides helmet-mounted displays and motion tracking technologies; SATCOM terminals; advanced sonar systems; and data protection solutions. Furthermore, the company serves as a gateway for technology, leveraging Thales-wide solutions—such as combat management systems; naval, airborne, and ground ISR; and electronic warfare—to address U.S. requirements.  

Top Benefits  (Subject to terms of applicable policies/plans)

• Competitive Salary
• Yearly Incentive Bonus Program
• Generous 401(k) program  - up to 7% company contribution and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid wellness, vacation, and holiday leave
• Paid maternity, paternity, and parental leave
• 9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off)

Our Clarksburg, MD office is seeking an Associate DSP Software Engineer. We offer the opportunity to learn hands-on product design and to contribute to mission critical products. You will be part of  small product development teams working side by side with extremely talented, motivated people who take pride in knowing our products perform when it counts. You will also be able to see your design and development being manufactured right in our factory.  This role is ideal for a student graduating in the summer of 2025 with a four year degree in Electrical Engineering.   

Please Note: The incumbent must be prepared to start in Clarksburg, MD in Summer 2025. 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Participation in DSP SW architecture design.
• MATLAB simulation of signal processing algorithm and real-time implementation on target platform using C and  language.
• System integration and test.
• System functional and performance evaluation in LAB.
• Take part in TDSI Agile/SCRUM software development process.
• Perform design and development of wireless communication system.

• U.S. Citizenship required. - Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• BS in EE or MS in EE.
• 0-2 years' experience.
• Knowledge of real time operating systems.
• Understanding of wireless communication theory and signal processing theory.
• Experience in C programming.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Fluent in English.
• Ability to comply with all Company guidelines, policies, procedures and embrace Company Core Values. 

The annualized pay range for this role is $83,188.00 – $106,296.00 USD. The pay range provided is a good faith estimate representative of the experience level for the role described above.  TDSI considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

For specific questions about this job posting, candidates may contact the recruiter at careers@thalesdsi.com.

Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Thales is an E-Verify employer.

Thales is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please call Human Resources at 240-864-7544.

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