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 cyber-secure solutions. At Innoflight, we're not just reaching for the stars—we're engineering them. Grow with us, and let’s innovate the infinite together!
STAY EXTRAORDINARY:
Innoflight is one of San Diego's fastest growing Aerospace and Defense companies. Innoflight offers state-of-the-art software-defined compact/ground radios, cryptographic and cyber secure systems and processing, networking and data storage avionics. Become part of this small, agile, innovative and unparalleled company. 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 cutting-edge 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 state-of-the-art programmable digital technologies, including FPGAs, SoCs, ADCs, and DACs, to build high-performance modems that enable secure and reliable communication in mission-critical 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 decision-making, 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 Link-16, 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 bring-up 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.

YOU’RE 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 time-compressed environments.
• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills, capable of addressing complex challenges with innovative solutions.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Bachelor’s 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 problem-solving skills and the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
At Innoflight, we believe the sky is not the limit—it’s 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 close-knit 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 & Learn's. We also know the importance of staying energized—our employer-sponsored, weekly catered meals ensure you're 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 $116,000 - $140,000 annually. Base pay will vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base pay, Innoflight offers a competitive compensation package that includes Profit-Sharing 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 & long-term disability, pet insurance, ID & Legal Shield, Cal-Perks and EAP. You’ll 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 don’t need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t check every box. Your unique perspective matters, and we’d 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 hire. Applicants 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:
This job posting is intended for direct applicants only. Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies, recruiters, or other third-party sources. All submissions must be made directly by candidates via our official application processes. Unsolicited resumes sent from third parties will be considered property of Innoflight and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means.
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