Remote FPGA Engineer — Space Communications & DSP
Northwood SpaceJob Title
Remote FPGA Engineer — Space Communications & DSP
Role Summary
Design, implement, and test high-speed FPGA blocks for antenna systems and real-time data processing. Work hands-on with Verilog/SystemVerilog, DSP, and networking on FPGA to deliver reliable space communication links.
Position is part of a cross-disciplinary engineering team and requires collaboration with RF, systems, firmware, and test engineers. The role offers a flexible remote/onsite mix and occasional travel.
Experience Level
Mid-level. The posting does not specify years of experience.
Responsibilities
Core responsibilities include:
- Design and implement high-speed FPGA RTL (Verilog/SystemVerilog) for antenna and communication subsystems.
- Implement and optimize DSP algorithms for real-time processing on FPGA.
- Develop and integrate networking/communication interfaces on FPGA.
- Create verification tests, perform hardware bring-up, and debug on-target systems.
- Collaborate with RF, systems, firmware, and test teams to deliver production-ready communication links.
- Document designs, test plans, and results; support product releases and sustainment.
Requirements
Must-have:
- Proven FPGA development experience using Verilog or SystemVerilog.
- Experience implementing DSP algorithms on FPGAs for real-time applications.
- Experience with networking or communication protocols on FPGA.
- Practical experience with hardware bring-up, verification, and debugging.
- Ability to work collaboratively across engineering disciplines and travel occasionally.
Nice-to-have:
- Experience with antenna systems or RF integration.
- Familiarity with FPGA toolchains such as Xilinx Vivado or Intel Quartus.
Education Requirements
Not specified.
About the Company
Company: Northwood Space
Headquarters: Torrance, CA, USA
Space systems company developing antenna systems and space communications hardware, specializing in FPGA-based real-time signal processing and satellite communication links.
