Senior Hardware Design Engineer-Space

Requisition ID

5560

Country

United States of America

City

Tempe

Market

Internet Services

Job description

What you'll do

As a Senior Hardware Design Engineer, you bring deep expertise in digital processing systems, programmable logic (FPGA), and embedded software integration. You are motivated by solving complex architectural challenges and leading technically demanding efforts in space-based and mission-critical communication systems.

You will serve as the lead engineer, owning the end-to-end coordination of hardware, programmable logic, and software integration while acting as the primary technical interface to external payload hardware subcontractors. In this role, you will help to shape digital architectures and guide development from early concept through integration, verification, and delivery.

The day-to-day

You will be responsible for leading and directly contributing to the technical execution of complex digital designs. In this role, you will:

Lead hardware, programmable logic, and embedded software technical efforts across internal teams and external subcontractors
Serve as the responsible engineer and technical focal point for subcontracted hardware, reviewing and challenging designs, analyses, and deliverables
Drive system-level architectural decisions involving digital signal processing, FPGA partitioning, and HW/SW interfaces
Coordinate programmable logic (FPGA), DSP, and embedded software development to ensure robust integration and performance
Define and manage hardware, PL, and software interfaces and verification strategies
Support proposal development, BOEs, and technical customer engagements related to digital payload architectures
Deliver high-quality technical briefings at design reviews (PDR, CDR) and internal milestone reviews
Support payload integration and test activities by ensuring testability, diagnostics, and integration readiness
Advocate for sound engineering practices, disciplined design methodologies, and risk reduction
Mentor and technically guide junior and mid-level engineers across hardware and firmware disciplines

What you'll need

Experience leading complex digital hardware designs involving programmable logic (FPGA) and embedded systems
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams spanning hardware, FPGA, DSP, and software
Proficiency using lab equipment such as logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, DMMs, and power supplies
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
S. citizenship required (U.S. government position)
Ability to travel up to 10%

What will help you on the job

Experience designing space-grade or high-reliability (Hi-Rel) digital hardware and payload systems
15+ years of experience in digital module design, programmable logic, DSP, and embedded systems Hands-on experience with Xilinx and Microchip (Actel) RTAX / RTSX / ProASIC FPGA families
Experience with channelizers, digital communication payloads, or signal processing architectures
Experience integrating subcontracted hardware into larger system architectures
Proficiency with FPGA and simulation toolchains (Xilinx / Microchip tools, Synplify, ModelSim, etc.)
Strong troubleshooting, debug, and root-cause analysis skills across HW/SW boundaries
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE)
Ability to obtain Active Secret Clearance or higher

Salary range

We consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

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