FPGA ENGINEERNorthwood Space is looking for a FPGA Engineer to join our team in Torrance. This person will work on the digital design of our antenna systems, including data transport and signal processing chain. They will be designing, developing, and testing FPGA blocks to provide resilient and reliable communication links for our customers.
RESPONSIBILITIES:- Design, implement, and test networking and DSP blocks on FPGAs for high-rate, parallel data processing.
- Lead complex multi-disciplinary projects to push product development from initial design and prototype to shipment and operations.
- Drive system architectures, analyze trades, and scope system requirements.
- Analyze performance data from in-the-field testing to diagnose and fix issues, and provide feedback for product improvements.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:- 2-4+ years of professional experience
- Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field
- Expert in Verilog and SystemVerilog
- Experience with Python
- Experience with DSP and/or networking on FPGA
- Experience with FPGA SoCs
- Experience using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers to debug high-speed FPGA designs
- Onsite preferred, but mostly remote with some travel to the office is also acceptable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Experience in HLS
- Experience with C++ or Rust
- Experience with high-performance PCBA architecture and design, including use of FPGAs
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:FPGA Engineer/Level 1: $100,000 - $120,000 per year
FPGA Engineer/Level 2: $120,000 - $160,000 per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Northwood. You may also be eligible for equity in the form of stock options or other long-term incentives, as well as potential performance bonuses. We offer comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and various other perks and discounts.
