Senior EM/IR Engineer

About the role

Position Overview

E-Space invites you to define the next era of global connectivity. Our mission is to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure, and actionable. We are constructing a sophisticated low Earth orbit (LEO) space system designed to revolutionize the economics and delivery of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. This role is central to our ambition of deploying hyper-scaled networks that deliver actionable intelligence, driving economic growth, protecting our planet and space, and enhancing quality of life.

We are seeking a highly skilled EM/IR Engineer to join our core engineering team. In this capacity, you will be responsible for the design, simulation, and verification of high-performance digital, analog, and RF integrated circuits. These solutions target critical applications including 5G, IoT, and satellite communications. You will work alongside cross-functional partners to translate abstract concepts into tangible silicon, ensuring every product meets exacting standards for quality, performance, and reliability.

Core Responsibilities

You will architect verification strategies for radio frequency blocks and develop sophisticated testbenches to characterize orbital communication hardware. A primary duty involves translating mission-level requirements into precise silicon models, working closely with operations and manufacturing teams to ensure feasibility. You will lead debugging initiatives, aligning prototype measurement data with regulatory constraints and demanding deployment schedules.

Your technical scope includes designing analog macros that meet stringent noise and linearity targets across various thermal and voltage conditions. You will guide electromagnetic simulations to validate antenna integration ahead of tapeout timelines. also, you will establish rigorous measurement routines to verify protocol compliance across multiple frequency bands.

Collaboration is integral to this position. You will coordinate with firmware teams to align register interfaces and timing models, ensuring seamless integration. You will implement comprehensive testbenches to exercise error correction and link management features. Close collaboration with operations teams will ensure test vectors support production validation steps. Your work will also support sampling activities, confirming radiation tolerance and in-orbit performance.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must hold a degree in electrical engineering or a closely related technical field. The role requires a minimum of three years of hands-on experience with Verilog or VHDL for digital design tasks. Equivalent experience with SystemVerilog or e is essential for verification activities. Proficiency in C or Python is required for developing automated test solutions.

A strong background is needed in RF simulation or circuit design tools, demonstrating practical application in a laboratory environment. You must have a proven track record of characterizing radio blocks under test conditions. A deep understanding of communication standards that define protocol layers and framing formats is mandatory. This role requires flexibility, including the ability to submit to extended work hours during critical orbital testing campaigns.

Preferred Expertise and Tools

Prior experience with hardware description languages is highly valued, as it reduces onboarding time for complex projects and accelerates time-to-results.

Proficiency with the following tools and technologies is essential for success in this role:

Verilog

VHDL

SystemVerilog

e

Python

C

MATLAB

Simulink

ADS

HFSS

Practical Information

Location: USA

Engagement: Full-Time.

Compensation: Base salary of $190,000.00.

Please What you'll do

• Execute the core work scope defined for the
• Adhere to the detailed requirements and specifications outlined
• Architect verification methodologies for RF circuit blocks using advanced testbenches.
• Characterize orbital communication hardware to validate performance against mission parameters.
• Translate high-level mission requirements into implementable silicon models.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and operations to ensure design feasibility and schedule adherence.
• Debug silicon anomalies by correlating prototype measurement data with theoretical models.
• Guide electromagnetic simulation flows to verify antenna integration prior to tapeout.
• Establish measurement protocols ensuring protocol compliance across designated frequency bands.
• Coordinate with firmware engineers to align register interfaces and timing constraints.
• Implement testbenches that rigorously exercise error correction and link management logic.
• Work with operations teams to generate test vectors that support production validation.
• Support sampling campaigns to verify radiation tolerance and in-orbit operational performance.
• Drive verification activities that ensure deliverables meet quality, performance, and reliability standards.

Requirements

• Hold a degree in electrical engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
• Possess a minimum of three years of hands-on experience with Verilog or VHDL for digital design.
• Demonstrate equivalent expertise with SystemVerilog or e language for verification tasks.
• Show proficiency in C or Python for the development of automated test solutions.
• Maintain a strong background in RF simulation or circuit design with practical laboratory application.
• Have a proven history of characterizing radio frequency blocks under defined test conditions.
• Understand communication standards that govern protocol layers and framing formats deeply.
• Exhibit flexibility to accommodate extended work hours during critical orbital testing campaigns.

Nice to have

• Previous experience with hardware description languages to accelerate project onboarding.

Practical notes

This Senior EM/IR Engineer listing at Espace specifies the location as Saratoga, CA. You must confirm the remote work policy, exact compensation details, and precise start date by reviewing the official apply page. The posting indicates full-time engagement and a base salary of $190,000.00. Please apply through the official channel to validate all practical details regarding duties, location, and compensation before proceeding. Ensure you review the official apply page for the most current and complete information.