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Staff RF Embedded Software Engineer Impulse Space Redondo Beach, CA arm,c,cpp,python,fpga,dsp,aerospace,lead,us_west,onsite,regulated,cross_func,research,cmake,gcc,llvm 170000 210000
Impulse Space

Staff RF Embedded Software Engineer

Location Node Redondo Beach, CA (onsite)
Base Compensation USD 170k–210k
Commitment full-time
Clearance Req none
arm c cpp python fpga dsp aerospace lead us_west onsite regulated cross_func research cmake gcc llvm

Overview

Impulse Space is seeking a Staff RF Embedded Software Engineer to own the design, testing, and delivery of flight RF software systems for space missions.

Responsibilities

  • Work with a cross-disciplinary team to define and implement RF software communications requirements on a mission-by-mission basis, implement RF software architectures, and bring up RF systems.
  • Development of algorithms for RF digital signal processing and calibration.
  • Design and optimization of RF system control algorithms to improve performance and reliability.
  • Work with ground software teams to develop and test satellite to ground data pipelines.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in developing software for wireless systems in critical applications.
  • 8+ years writing embedded C/C++ code.
  • Ability to work in the lab with RF equipment including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and software defined radios.
  • Proficient in testing and troubleshooting complex mixed signal boards.
  • Proficient in testing RF components such as PAs, PLLs, LNAs, and mixers.
  • Strong understanding of the major blocks of RF signal modulation/demodulation.

Bonus Points

  • Xilinx UltraScale+ board bring up and development experience.
  • Experience implementing baseband software for systems using PSK, GFSK, or APSK.
  • Experience with common RF protocols such as DVB-S2, and CCSDS.
  • Experience writing software or firmware for a space environment (space link budgets, ground station integration, etc.).
  • Experience with GNU radio flowgraph development and troubleshooting.
  • Experience in a startup or agile development environment.

Additional Information

Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including ITAR. This position requires applicants to be U.S. Persons (citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) or eligible to obtain an export license.

Variables & Compensation

  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • 401(k) retirement plan
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