Digital Modem Design Engineer

Innoflight LLC•San Diego, CA

39d•$116,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Digital Modem Design Engineer, you will lead the end-to-end development of advanced satellite and tactical communication systems, including waveform design, algorithm development, hardware implementation, testing, and performance optimization. Utilizing state-of-the-art technologies such as FPGAs, SoCs, ADCs, and DACs, you will design and implement high-performance digital modems that support secure, reliable, and resilient communications in mission-critical environments. This role offers the opportunity to tackle complex engineering challenges and make key technical decisions while collaborating closely with RF engineers, embedded software developers, and system architects to advance the next generation of satellite and tactical waveform technologies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (Computer Science, Engineering, etc.) is required.
5 or more years of experience in digital modem design, waveform development, or related fields.
Must have a strong technological background in digital modem design.
Proficiency in Matlab, Simulink, VHDL/Verilog, and other signal processing and hardware design tools.
Experience with FPGAs, SoCs, ADCs, DACs, and embedded processor architectures.
Familiarity with Radio Frequency (RF) and microwave components: oscillators, mixers, attenuators, amplifiers, couplers, isolators, Printed Circuit Boards (PCB).
Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize modem performance using RF test equipment.
Experience with embedded processor and software integration and interoperability with digital designs.
Familiarity with Agile project methodologies and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.
Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Digital Modem Design: Strong technological background in digital modem design, enabling the creation of effective communication systems.
RF and Microwave Components: Familiarity with RF and microwave components, including oscillators, mixers, attenuators, amplifiers, couplers, and isolators.
Embedded Integration: Experience with embedded processor and software integration, ensuring interoperability with digital designs.

Responsibilities

Design Digital Modulators: Create and develop digital modulators specifically for satellite wireless communication systems, ensuring they meet required specifications and customer needs.
Utilize Digital Programmable Technology: Work with technologies such as Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA), System on Chip (SoC), Analog to Digital Converters (ADC), and Digital to Analog Converters (DAC) to implement designs effectively.
Develop Tactical Waveforms: Design tactical waveforms, including Link-16, based on customer requirements, ensuring robust and reliable performance.
Implement on Hardware Platforms: Oversee the implementation of designs on various hardware platforms, ensuring proper functionality and performance.
Testing and Evaluation: Conduct testing and evaluation of modem performance, including system bring-up and design validation testing using RF test equipment and automated test systems.
Design and Simulation: Use tools such as Matlab/Simulink for design, simulation, performance analysis, and optimization of waveforms to meet project specifications.
Generate Documentation: Create comprehensive documentation for designs and processes, ensuring clarity and compliance during formal reviews.
Collaborate with Teams: Work successfully in a team environment, contributing to design reviews and collaborating with other engineers to ensure project success.
Agile Project Techniques: Apply Agile project management techniques to manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining focus and timely completion.
Innovative Problem Solving: Rapidly develop innovative solutions to complex problems, enhancing the performance and reliability of designs.

Benefits

Profit-Sharing Bonus
Cash Performance Bonus
401(k) with 3% company match
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA & life insurance
10 paid holidays
120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, disability, legal and pet insurance.
Tuition reimbursement
Internal "Ask Me Anything" sessions
Weekly “Lunch & Learns”