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Head of Electrical Design

northwoodspace
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2025

About Northwood

Northwood is on a mission to transform connectivity between earth and space and bring the benefits of space to the masses through innovations in space communications technologies. If you like building quickly and seeing your work deployed in locations around the globe with real impact, we want you at Northwood.

Job Level :

The level of this position will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. We are open to considering candidates of varying experience levels, from mid-career to principal.

Role :

Northwood is looking for a Head of Electrical Design to drive the development of our digital compute and power electronics. Work with our team to build performant and cost-effective electronics. In this role, you will be responsible for the electrical design of our technology from initial concept through to production. The digital backend ensures our antenna system can meet high-rate processing needs no matter where it’s deployed. Our hardware team prioritizes excellent engineering, building end products that are known for their reliability, scalability, and cost.

Responsibilities :

  • Lead electrical system architecture, providing expertise on compute, networking, and power.
  • Implement mixed-signal board designs for modems, beamformers, and control circuits.
  • Perform prototype board bring-up and design verification for high-speed digital electronics and power systems.
  • Provide support for system-level design troubleshooting and production line.
  • Work across teams with RF engineers, antenna engineers, and DSP / FPGA engineers to optimize system performance and overall design.

Qualifications :

  • 10 years of professional experience in electrical design.
  • Proficient in high-density / high-speed design (including FPGAs, high-speed data converters, SerDes, 10 / 100 GigE, networking, JESD204C).
  • Proficient in schematic capture and PCB layout design.
  • Experience with troubleshooting EMI / EMC, either conducted or radiated.
  • Knowledge of PCB materials and developing board stack-up definition.
  • Familiarity with soldering and hot air rework methods.
  • Experience with the full product lifecycle (concept through production).
  • Compensation and Benefits :

    Compensation is determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay are determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, and technical capabilities. In addition to base salary, Northwood offers long-term incentives such as company stock, stock options, and cash awards, as well as discretionary bonuses for performance. Northwood benefits include equity, health care, unlimited vacation, retirement savings, and professional development.

    Additional Information :

    To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

    Northwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Northwood is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin / ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

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