Senior FPGA/AIE Engineer

Elveo; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Elveo seeks a Senior FPGA/AIE Engineer to design and test high-speed FPGA systems for satellite communications. You will work with AMD Versal IPs, implement DSP algorithms, and develop Linux device drivers. The role covers lab testing, payload prototype validation, and space-qualified execution.

Candidates should have 5+ years in FPGA work, plus experience with Xilinx/Altera FPGAs and SystemVerilog or AIE-ML programming. ITAR eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• At least five years of recent related experience.
• At least three years of recent experience working with Xilinx/Altera FPGAs.

Responsibilities

• Design and test high-speed FPGA systems for satellite communication systems.
• Build with AMD Versal hard IP such as AIE, NoC, CIPS, MRMAC, and DDR controllers.
• Model and implement DSP algorithms in RTL or AMD AIE/AIE-ML processors.
• Implement device driver software in C, C++, or other languages for a Linux environment.
• Develop and maintain documentation and ICDs for in-house IP blocks and other related components.

Skills

SystemVerilog programming

AMD Versal SoC programming

AIE-ML programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Xilinx/Altera FPGAs

Job description

About Elveo

Elveo is what happens when two pioneers in direct-to-device (D2D) communications join forces. Elveo brings together a combined 20 years of expertise to close the coverage gap for more than 50 mobile network operators (MNOs) and major distribution partners operating in 60+ countries worldwide.

Elveo is what happens when two pioneers in direct-to-device (D2D) communications join forces. Elveo brings together a combined 20 years of expertise to close the coverage gap for more than 50 mobile network operators (MNOs) and major distribution partners operating in 60+ countries worldwide. That heritage and our technology powers what we call ‘elevated intelligence’ — a new approach that processes and adapts on orbit, delivering voice and data services straight to mobile users, IoT devices and machines across enterprise, government and humanitarian sectors worldwide. As a team, we’re on a mission to deliver powerful compute and connectivity directly to individuals and objects everywhere on Earth. Join us, and become part of a globally inclusive company that is transforming satellite communications from a niche service to an essential global infrastructure, and democratizing connectivity for billions worldwide. Ready to take the next step? Join us.

Job Summary

Elveo is developing cellular-based space payloads and seeks engineers with expertise and experience designing and developing custom software-defined radio (SDR) platforms. Aspects of the position require an understanding of FPGA hardware, firmware, digital signal processing, and algorithms for SDR-based satellite communication. As a Senior FPGA/AIE Engineer, you will support the development of custom radio platforms for the primary (cellular service link) and secondary (TT&C / feeder link) communication links. The platform will initially be tested in a lab environment, then on the payload prototype in a lab environment that simulates orbit operations, and finally in space. The Senior FPGA Engineer will also be responsible for designing and implementing methods for ensuring successful testing, verification, and validation.

Core Responsibilities

• Design and test high-speed FPGA systems for satellite communication systems.
• Build with AMD Versal hard IP such as AIE, NoC, CIPS, MRMAC, and DDR controllers.
• Model and implement DSP algorithms in RTL or AMD AIE/AIE-ML processors.
• Implement device driver software in C, C++, or other languages for a Linux environment.
• Develop and maintain documentation and ICDs for in-house IP blocks and other related components.

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• At least five years of recent related experience
• At least three years of recent experience working with Xilinx/Altera FPGAs.
• Proficient in at least one of the following:
  • SystemVerilog programming
  • AMD Versal SoC programming
  • AIE-ML or AIE programming, specifically intrinsic based development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with timing closure for high utilization FPGA builds.
• Experience with FPGA SoCs and Bare Metal or Petalinux design flows.
• Experience with UVM or hardware in the loop testing methodologies.
• Experience with RFICs and multi chip synchronization.
• Experience with high-speed interfaces such as JESD204C and high speed Ethernet.
• Knowledge of the physical layer of cellular standards (e.g., GSM, LTE, 5G) is a plus.

ITAR Requirements

To comply with U.S. Government export control regulations (ITAR), applicants must be one of the following: (i) a U.S. citizen or national, (ii) a lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) a refugee under 8 U.S.C.
1157, or (iv) an asylee under 8 U.S.C.
1158. Individuals who do not meet these criteria must be eligible to obtain the necessary authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. For more information, please refer to the ITAR guidelines.

Learn about ITAR here.

Job Location

Chantilly, VA