Communications System Engineering ManagerParsons is seeking a Communications System Engineering Manager to lead a team of engineers performing software prototyping of communications systems.Mix of technical management (approx. 40%) and individual contributor technical performance (approx. 60%).Lead a team that performs prototyping of communication system digital signal processing algorithms in software (Python/C++).
Prototype implementations are used for one or more of the following applications:Truth models for hardware description language (HDL) implementation for FPGA and embedded software systemsQuick-reaction capability (QRC) deployment of software on server, laptop, and embedded general purpose processor systemsWhat You'll Be Doing:Personnel manager for a small team of communications systems software prototyping practitionersSupports hiring of additional engineering team membersWorks with staff project managers to balance task loading of direct reports across a group of related individual projectsWorks with staff communications systems subject matter experts to define priorities and lines of tasking and manage execution by the teamWorks with team to estimate level-of-effort required to complete various modeling and simulation tasksProvides technical mentoring for junior engineer direct reportsImplements and encourages software development best practices (gitlab workflows with issues and merge requests) amongst the teamSelf-assigns and completes technical tasks as an individual contributor (approx. 60%)What Required Skills You'll Bring:Active TS/SCI clearance.10+ years of experience with digital signal processing software developmentPython development experience in a professional environmentEducation: BS EE or similarWhat Desired Skills You'll Bring:Experience with one or more software-defined radio framework such as GNU Radio or X-MidasExperience with communications performance analysis in the presence of a variety of channel impairmentsC/C++ development experience in a professional environmentPrevious exposure to FPGA systems and/or HDL developmentPrevious exposure to electronic warfare topics (electronic support, electronic attack)Education: MS EE or similarSecurity Clearance Requirement:An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.Salary Range: $148,300.00 - $266,900.00Parsons 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.