Senior Staff SATCOM Systems Engineer (MODEMS)

Position Summary

Sought after an experienced SATCOM Algorithm Engineering Manager. Support architecture and requirements definition, systems design, and systems integration of next generation satellite modems and related signal processing products.

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
• Utilize strong communication skills to effectively work and communicate with team members and engineering management.

Qualifications

• 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)
• Familiar with laboratory environment
• 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
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.)

Desired Qualifications

• Working knowledge of digital IF streams such as VITA 49.2, DIFI and/or eCPRi
• Familiarity with 5G Non Terrestrial Network (NTN) waveforms
• Possess an active DoD clearance or demonstrate readiness to obtain one

Education

• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Wireless Communications, or related degree

Experience

• 10+ years of Satellite Communications Systems Engineering or related experience