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Northwood · 5 hours ago

Lead FPGA Engineer

Torrance, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Northwood is on a mission to transform connectivity between earth and space through innovations in space communications technologies. The Lead FPGA Engineer will architect the digital backbone of antenna systems, focusing on designing FPGA solutions for high-rate data processing and ensuring reliable connectivity in demanding environments.

Satellite Communication

Diversity & Inclusion

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design core space-communication systems – Architect and implement networking and DSP blocks on FPGAs to process high-rate data from phased-array antennas and support reliable connectivity where traditional systems struggle

Lead projects from concept to production – Work with cross-functional teams through prototyping, productization, deployment, and ongoing operations to ensure systems meet performance needs in demanding environments

Develop system architecture – Assess trade-offs, define requirements, and optimize architectures for resilient, high-speed communication links that support global customers with minimal downtime

Debug and improve deployed systems – Review field test data from global ground stations, identify hardware-software integration issues, and update designs to improve reliability and throughput

Qualification

FPGA designVerilog/SystemVerilogDigital hardware designPythonFPGA SoCsLab equipment proficiencyC++RustPCBA architecture

Required

10+ years of experience delivering complex digital hardware designs

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar hardware-focused field

Strong Verilog/SystemVerilog skills for efficient, synthesizable designs

Python experience for automation, simulation, and system integration

Hands-on experience with FPGA-based DSP and/or networking

Experience with FPGA SoCs, including processors, peripherals, and custom logic

Proficiency with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers) for debugging high-speed FPGA designs

On-site role in Torrance, with some flexibility

Preferred

Proficiency with C++ or Rust - For embedded software that complements your FPGA work in performance-critical applications

Hands-on with high-performance PCBA architecture and design, including FPGA integration: You've architected boards that push the limits of speed, power, and reliability in demanding environments

Company

Northwood

Northwood was founded by Bridgit Mendler, Griffin Cleverly, and Shaurya Luthra with the mission to expand access to space by transforming satellite backhaul infrastructure.

Founded in 2023

Torrance, California, USA

11-50 employees