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Northwood Space · Torrance, CA · Electronics · first seen 2026-08-06

Northwood Space builds a global network of phased array ground stations enabling real-time communication for satellite missions in national security, global connectivity, and disaster response. We design, build, and rapidly deploy scalable systems with a vertically integrated approach.

The Role

You will work on the digital design of our antenna systems, designing, developing, and testing FPGA blocks that provide resilient and reliable communication links for our customers.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and test networking and DSP blocks on FPGAs for high-rate, parallel data processing.
  • Lead complex multi-disciplinary projects from initial design and prototype to shipment and operations.
  • Drive system architectures, analyze trades, and scope system requirements.
  • Analyze performance data from field testing to diagnose and fix issues, and provide feedback for product improvements.

Basic Qualifications

  • 2-4+ years of professional experience
  • Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field
  • Expert in Verilog and SystemVerilog
  • Experience with Python
  • Experience with DSP and/or networking on FPGA
  • Experience with FPGA SoCs
  • Experience using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers to debug high-speed FPGA designs

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in HLS
  • Experience with C++ or Rust
  • Experience with high-performance PCBA architecture and design, including use of FPGAs

Compensation

FPGA Engineer Level 1: $100,000 to $120,000 per year

FPGA Engineer Level 2: $120,000 to $160,000 per year

Actual level and salary determined case-by-case based on knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Eligible for equity (stock options or long-term incentives), performance bonuses, comprehensive medical/vision/dental coverage, 401(k) retirement plan, disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, and generous paid time off.

Workplace

Onsite preferred in Torrance, CA, but mostly remote with some travel to office is acceptable.

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