Digital Modem Design Engineer

GROW WITH US:
Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight where innovative minds meet the cosmos. Join us and help shape the future of space technology growing your expertise in a universe of pioneering compact and cybersecure solutions. At Innoflight were not just reaching for the starswere engineering them. Grow with us and lets innovate the infinite together!

STAY EXTRAORDINARY:
Innoflight is one of San Diegos fastest growing Aerospace and Defense companies. Innoflight offers stateoftheart softwaredefined compact/ground radios cryptographic and cyber secure systems and processing networking and data storage avionics. Become part of this small agile innovative and unparalleledcompany. You will have unlimited potential for learning and growth as we target the latest technology to provide products to enable New Space. Everything you do will have an impact!

A DAY IN THE LIFE:

As a Digital Modem Design Engineer you will be at the forefront of developing cuttingedge satellite and tactical communication systems. Your role will involve the full design lifecycle of digital modem architectures from initial concept and waveform development to hardware implementation testing and optimization. You will work with stateoftheart programmable digital technologies including FPGAs SoCs ADCs and DACs to build highperformance modems that enable secure and reliable communication in missioncritical environments.

This position provides the opportunity to tackle complex engineering challenges working alongside RF engineers embedded software developers and system architects to drive innovation in satellite and tactical waveform technology. With considerable latitude for technical decisionmaking you will contribute to the evolution of modern wireless communications by developing advanced digital modulator designs and optimizing waveform performance.

• 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 Link16 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 bringup 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.

YOURE AWESOME AT:

• 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.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively within a team generating documentation and participating in formal design reviews.
• Embedded Integration: Experience with embedded processor and software integration ensuring interoperability with digital designs.
• Project Management: Comfort with Agile project techniques adept at managing multiple projects in timecompressed environments.
• Analytical Skills: Strong problemsolving skills capable of addressing complex challenges with innovative solutions.

WHAT YOULL NEED:

• Bachelors 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 problemsolving skills and the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU:
At Innoflight we believe the sky is not the limitits just the beginning. Here innovation takes flight as we challenge conventional thinking and push boundaries beyond orbit. Our culture is built on curiosity collaboration and a touch of cosmic creativity fostering a closeknit community within the vastness of space. We offer a 9/80 work schedule giving you every other Friday off to pursue personal projects or enjoy extended weekends. Committed to continuous growth we provide educational and professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement Ask Me Anything (AMA) sessions and Lunch & also know the importance of staying energizedour employersponsored weekly catered meals ensure youre fueled for success. Our dedicated Culture Ambassadors work tirelessly to promote positivity inclusion and a workplace atmosphere that aligns with our core values keeping us all connected and inspired.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The starting base pay range for this position is $116000 $140000annually. Base pay will vary based on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. In addition to base pay Innoflight offers a competitive compensation package that includes ProfitSharing Bonus Cash Performance Bonus and a robust benefits package. Innoflight offers health care benefits such as medical dental vision health savings accounts and life insurance. Ancillary benefits such as critical illness accident short term & longterm disability pet insurance ID & Legal Shield CalPerks and EAP. Youll also receive 10 paid holidays per year 120 hours of paid time off (starting in year 1 and auto enrolled into our 401K with a 3 automatic company match.

BE YOU WITH US:
At Innoflight we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs. We recognize that great talent comes in many forms and you dont need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you we encourage you to applyeven if you dont check every box. Your unique perspective matters and wed love to see what you bring to the table.

YOU SHOULD KNOW:
Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search education certification and employment verification prior to must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

REFERRALS:
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NO SOLICITATION FOR STAFFING AGENCIES:
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