Own the electrical architecture and system-level design for high-speed digital communication systems, defining how RF and mixed-signal designs, complex multi-layer PCBs, and subsystems fit together
Define system-level architecture for multi-gigabit networking and complex digital power trees, and drive system trades that shape architecture decisions across the product
Set technical direction and review schematic capture, layout, and bring-up across a variety of digital systems including FPGAs, microcontrollers, and their associated peripherals
Collaborate across hardware and software teams with RF engineers, antenna engineers, FPGA engineers, and firmware engineers to optimize system performance and overall design
Guide prototype testing and performance assessment in the lab and in the field, with an eye towards system-level root cause and risk
Partner with production teams to ensure the overall system architecture supports testable and manufacturable products that we can integrate in-house
Basic Qualifications:
5-7+ years of professional experience in electrical design, including experience operating at the system or architecture level
Proficient in high-density/high-speed design (including FPGAs, high speed data converters, SerDes, 10/100 GigE, networking, JESD204C)
Proficient in schematic capture and good PCB layout design
Experience with troubleshooting EMI/EMC, either conducted or radiated
Knowledge of PCB materials and developing board stack-up definition
Experience with full product lifecycle (concept through production), including owning architecture-level decisions across that lifecycle
Preferred Qualifications:
5+ years of experience designing high-speed mixed-signal electronics and complex multilayer PCBs for FPGA- or processor-based systems
Strong expertise in high-speed interfaces and networking technologies such as multi-gigabit SerDes, DDR, JESD204B/C, and 10/100G Ethernet
Deep understanding of signal integrity, power integrity, EMI/EMC mitigation, PCB stack-up definition, and high-performance board layout practices
Proven experience leading hardware development from architecture and prototype bring-up through validation, manufacturing, and production ramp
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Hands-on experience debugging complex hardware systems using advanced lab instrumentation and driving root-cause analysis across board and system levels
Ability to lead cross-functional technical efforts, mentor junior engineers, and make sound engineering tradeoffs in fast-paced development environments
Additional Requirements:
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
Compensation:
Electrical Engineer/Level 3: $122,400 - $153,000 per year
Electrical Engineer/Level 4: $144,000 - $180,000 per year
Electrical Engineer/Level 5: $180,000 - $225,000 per year
Electrical Engineer/Level 6: $204,000 - $255,000 per year
Additional Information:
If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Northwood Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Northwood Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
About Northwood Space
Aerospace & Defense51-200Founded 2023
Northwood Space develops shared ground station infrastructure for satellite communications using digital phased array technology. The company provides end-to-end ground network solutions that enable always-on satellite connectivity for commercial and government space missions.