FPGA Engineering Manager

Overview

FPGA Engineering Manager | Space Systems | Santa Barbara, CA. If you want to work at the edge of space technology and lead the digital design behind cutting-edge radar systems, this is one you'll want to see. Our client is redefining access to space. Their mission is to deliver high-resolution radar imagery that helps keep the world safe and informed, with a constellation designed, built, and tested entirely in-house. Every system is flight-proven on their own satellites, ensuring that every design counts when it's on orbit.

As their FPGA Engineering Manager , you'll lead a talented digital design team creating the embedded systems that power next-generation radar, communications, and electronic warfare payloads. It's a mix of hands-on technical work and leadership, shaping both the people and the technology driving their innovation.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and mentor a small team of FPGA and digital design engineers.
• Own the design and delivery of FPGA-based systems using Xilinx SoC devices.
• Work across electrical, mechanical, and software teams to integrate advanced payload hardware.
• Drive rapid prototyping, iterative testing, and production-ready digital design.
• Contribute to a culture of innovation, precision, and technical excellence.

What You'll Bring

Why Join?

This is a rare opportunity to lead the kind of work that actually goes to orbit. If you're passionate about building systems that matter, apply now or reach out for a confidential chat.

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