ResponsibilitiesOwn the electrical architecture and system-level design for high-speed digital communication systems, defining how RF and mixed-signal designs, complex multi-layer PCBs, and subsystems fit togetherDefine system-level architecture for multi-gigabit networking and complex digital power trees, and drive system trades that shape architecture decisions across the productSet technical direction and review schematic capture, layout, and bring-up across a variety of digital systems including FPGAs, microcontrollers, and their associated peripheralsCollaborate across hardware and software teams with RF engineers, antenna engineers, FPGA engineers, and firmware engineers to optimize system performance and overall designGuide prototype testing and performance assessment in the lab and in the field, with an eye towards system-level root cause and riskPartner with production teams to ensure the overall system architecture supports testable and manufacturable products that we can integrate in-houseBasic Qualifications5-7+ years of professional experience in electrical design, including experience operating at the system or architecture levelProficient in high-density/high-speed design (including FPGAs, high speed data converters, SerDes, 10/100 GigE, networking, JESD204C)Proficient in schematic capture and good PCB layout designExperience with troubleshooting EMI/EMC, either conducted or radiatedKnowledge of PCB materials and developing board stack-up definitionExperience with full product lifecycle (concept through production), including owning architecture-level decisions across that lifecyclePreferred Qualifications5+ years of experience designing high-speed mixed-signal electronics and complex multilayer PCBs for FPGA- or processor-based systemsStrong expertise in high-speed interfaces and networking technologies such as multi-gigabit SerDes, DDR, JESD204B/C, and 10/100G EthernetDeep understanding of signal integrity, power integrity, EMI/EMC mitigation, PCB stack-up definition, and high-performance board layout practicesProven experience leading hardware development from architecture and prototype bring-up through validation, manufacturing, and production rampHands-on experience debugging complex hardware systems using advanced lab instrumentation and driving root-cause analysis across board and system levelsAbility to lead cross-functional technical efforts, mentor junior engineers, and make sound engineering tradeoffs in fast-paced development environmentsAdditional RequirementsThis position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment. Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as neededCompensationElectrical Engineer/Level 3: $122,400 - $153,000 per yearElectrical Engineer/Level 4: $144,000 - $180,000 per yearElectrical Engineer/Level 5: $180,000 - $225,000 per yearElectrical Engineer/Level 6: $204,000 - $255,000 per yearCompensation at Northwood Space is based on role, level, location, and alignment with market data.