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CACI International Senior Firmware Engineer/Architect, Space Systems in Los Gatos, California
Senior Firmware Engineer/Architect, Space Systems
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local
At Ops West Photonics, A CACI company, we specialize in the design, development, and manufacturing of complex, state-of-the-art sensors and communication systems for military, space, and commercial applications. Our products include optical and RF communication systems as well as sophisticated image processing & visualization systems.
We are currently looking for an experienced FPGA developer to take ownership of firmware architecture and development for future space systems.
Responsibilities include:
Close collaboration with the System Architecture team on firmware requirements and architecture
Ownership of the detailed firmware architecture, development timeline and delegation of tasks within the team
Selection and integration of complex licensed IP cores in Ultrascale+ class FPGAs
Participation in hardware component selection decisions and design reviews
Development and testing of communication systems incorporating digital, analog, fiber optic and free space optic components, electro-optic modulators, lasers and photo-detectors
Debugging designs in the laboratory utilizing basic laboratory tools and advanced tools (Spectrum Analyzer, protocol analyzer, etc.) as needed
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience:
BSEE or MSEE in Electrical, Computer or Software Engineering
7+ years of work experience leading complex firmware developments from concept through system test and release
Expertise developing firmware for complex mixed signal environments (equal parts analog and high speed digital)
Experience implementing modem fundamental components (coding schemes, CDRs, high speed serial links, clock domain management)
Development with System Verilog, git-based source control and automated build and test environments
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated and self-directed, requiring little supervision
The following qualifications and experience are highly desired but not required:
Design background in telecommunication systems
Experience developing for space environments (SEU mitigation, TMR, ECC, etc)
Experience with Python/TCL scripting for automation and test development
Experience working in Agile development environments
Experience with free space and/or fiber optics
What We Can Offer You:
We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.
For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.
Company Overview:
CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits)
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$94,400 - $198,300