FPGA Architect — SatCom, ISR & Space Payload

Altera; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 169,000 - 244,700; Full time

Job summary

Altera in San Jose, California, is seeking a SatCom, ISR, and Space Payload Architect to lead technical engagements and develop solutions for next-generation space and defense platforms. The candidate will architect FPGA-based solutions focusing on satellite communications and ISR applications.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, 8+ years of relevant experience, and a strong background in DSP for communications. The position offers a competitive salary of $169.0K - $244.7K USD.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in satellite communications, ISR systems, or space payload design.
• Experience with communication protocols and standards (e.g., DVB-S2/S2X, CCSDS).
• Familiarity with high-speed data interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Define system architectures for SatCom, ISR, and space payload applications.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and product teams.
• Develop reference architectures and technical collateral for aerospace and defense customers.

Skills

Digital signal processing (DSP)

FPGA design (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog)

Satellite communications

RF systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

FPGA technology

Communication protocols (DVB-S2/S2X, CCSDS)

High-speed data interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet, JESD204)

Job description

Altera in San Jose, California, is seeking a SatCom, ISR, and Space Payload Architect to lead technical engagements and develop solutions for next-generation space and defense platforms. The candidate will architect FPGA-based solutions focusing on satellite communications and ISR applications.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, 8+ years of relevant experience, and a strong background in DSP for communications. The position offers a competitive salary of $169.0K - $244.7K USD.