Fairwinds Technologies

• Design, develop, and optimize DSP algorithms for RF communications signals, including waveform processing in contested and dynamic environments (e.g., filtering, synchronization, channelization, detection/estimation, demodulation/decoding, interference mitigation). • Lead algorithm development from concept through prototype to implementation, balancing performance, latency, robustness, and computational constraints. • Implement and validate DSP solutions on heterogeneous compute platforms including Xilinx RFSoC, UltraScale+, and Versal, leveraging PL/PS resources and hardware acceleration as appropriate. • Collaborate with FPGA engineers to translate algorithms into hardware-realizable architectures (fixed-point design, throughput/latency optimization, resource trade studies, hardware-friendly formulations). • Work closely with embedded software engineers to integrate real-time DSP pipelines (drivers, data movement, DMA, streaming interfaces, buffering strategies, runtime configuration). • Develop and execute test/verification strategies using lab instrumentation and captured RF datasets; characterize performance under impairments (CFO/phase noise, multipath, fading, interference/jamming, nonlinearities). • Develop simulation and analysis environments (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, Python) and correlate simulation results to hardware/field behavior. • Provide technical leadership: define architecture, conduct design reviews, mentor engineers, and communicate trade-offs clearly to stakeholders. • Produce high-quality documentation (DSP design descriptions, algorithm specs, performance reports, ICD inputs, SBIR deliverables as required). • Support integration, debug, and field test activities spanning DSP, RF, FPGA, and embedded software domains.

• Support vendor onboarding and maintain supplier databases. • Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation. • Provide general administrative support to the procurement team. • Maintain/administer resale certificate database. • Prepare and process simple purchase orders and requisitions. • Collaborate with internal departments to understand procurement requirements. • Resolve issues related to delivery, quality, or pricing discrepancies. • Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data. • Maintain accurate and complete procurement documentation for audits and contract reviews.