Digital Signal Processing

Impulse Space

Redondo Beach

Lead the design and verification of signal processing algorithms for next-generation spacecraft communication systems, working across theory, embedded implementation, and hardware integration. This role suits experienced engineers who combine deep DSP expertise with practical embedded systems experience.

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Terran Orbital

Full-time · Irvine, CA · $200,000 – $255,000

This role leads the design and integration of advanced satellite systems for a defense and commercial aerospace manufacturer, requiring deep expertise across multiple spacecraft subsystems and the ability to architect complex solutions from concept through deployment. It suits experienced systems engineers with 12+ years in space systems who can mentor teams and work with government stakeholders to deliver next-generation orbital capabilities.

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Astranis

Full-time · San Francisco, CA · $180,000 – $240,000

Design and develop satellite ground station architectures for commercial and government programs, including RF systems, antennas, and modems, while contributing to technical proposals and customer solutions. This role suits experienced RF and satellite communications engineers who want to bridge system design with business development.

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CesiumAstro

Full-time · Austin, TX

Lead the design and development of advanced phased array antenna systems for satellite and airborne platforms, with responsibility for technical direction, cross-functional team leadership, and customer interaction. This role suits experienced electrical engineers who combine deep RF and power electronics expertise with project management skills and thrive in startup environments.

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Lynk Global

Chantilly, VA

Elveo is seeking a senior engineer to design and validate FPGA-based radio platforms for satellite communication payloads, from lab prototyping through on-orbit deployment. This role suits someone with deep expertise in FPGA architecture, DSP algorithms, and AMD Versal tools who wants to work on space-qualified hardware systems.

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KLA-Tencor

Milpitas, CA · $141,300 – $240,200

This role develops real-time digital signal processing systems for precision motion control in semiconductor manufacturing equipment. It suits experienced firmware engineers with strong control theory knowledge who want to work on nanometer-scale mechanical systems at a major equipment supplier.

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Boeing

Full-time · El Segundo, CA · $146,200 – $239,200

Boeing is hiring experienced systems engineers to design and develop satellite communication systems for space-based applications, working through the full lifecycle from concept to deployment. This role suits engineers with substantial digital signal processing expertise who want to work on critical aerospace and defense projects.

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Menlo Ventures Portfolio

Full-time · San Francisco, CA · $285,000 – $325,000

This role designs and implements audio-visual systems for a rapidly expanding AI research company, overseeing everything from conference room infrastructure to global office deployments. It suits experienced AV engineers who can architect enterprise solutions, program control systems, and manage complex projects across multiple locations.

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AeroVironment

Full-time · San Diego, CA · $123,500 – $188,500

A machine learning engineer role focused on developing detection algorithms for Counter-UAS systems, working with signal processing and large RF datasets to identify drone threats. Suited for someone with a strong foundation in DSP and deep learning who wants to solve real-world defense challenges at the intersection of signal processing and MLOps.

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Voyager

Full-time · San Diego, CA · $165,000 – $265,000

This role combines hands-on FPGA engineering with team leadership, requiring someone who spends half their time coding designs for space communication systems while managing an engineering team. It suits experienced FPGA engineers ready to move into management without leaving technical work behind.

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