Job Description
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Staff SATCOM Algorithm Engineer to lead the architecture, design, and integration of next-generation satellite communication modem systems and signal processing solutions. This role focuses on defining system-level requirements, developing advanced SATCOM algorithms and waveforms, and guiding FPGA-based modem implementations from concept through integration and testing. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in satellite communications systems engineering, including signal processing, DVB‑S2X and related waveforms, and hands-on experience with VHDL design and FPGA-based architectures. This individual will collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure seamless subsystem integration, leverage simulation tools such as MATLAB, and support high-performance communications solutions across ground-based SATCOM platforms. Strong leadership, technical communication, and the ability to drive complex system development in a lab-based environment are essential for success in this role.
Additional Responsibilities:
Architect, design, develop and integrate ground-based satellite modem systems, including:
- High level architecture and requirements definition
- Support FPGA-based modem implementation
- Includes VHDL design and implementation of satellite communications waveforms and related signal processing algorithms
- Support/lead integration of communications subsystems.
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Required Skills & Experience
- Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Wireless Communications, or related degree.
- 10+ years of Satellite Communications Systems Engineering or related experience.
- High level architecture of Communications systems
- Algorithm development and digital signal processing - satcom preferred for link budgeting
- Knowledge of FPGA based implementation (modems)
- Simulation tools like MATLAB
- Experience with lab measurement tools - need to follow design all the way through to testing hands on with hardware in the lab
- Development of FPGA code with VHDL
- Satcom or wireless waveform knowledge preferred (DVB-S2, DVB-S2X, or other 5G non terrestrial waveforms.)
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
- Strong SATCOM systems engineering experience
- SATCOM signal processing / algorithm development expertise
- Strong VHDL design and implementation experience
- Knowledge of SATCOM waveforms such as DVB-S2X
- Knowledge of FPGA-based implementation of SATCOM modems and related signal processing (FPGA capabilities and limitations, SERDES interfaces, Ethernet interfaces, A/D and DACs, L-band interfaces)
- Experience with communications simulation tools (e.g. Matlab)
- Experience with laboratory measurement tools (spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, BERT, etc.)
- Proficient in software languages (C, C++ )
- Working knowledge of communication networks and security within a zero-trust environment
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.