Blue Origin Personnel, LLC
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Senior Systems and Data Processing Architect - TeraWave

Onsite · San Francisco, California
Posted August 4, 2026
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Overview

Lead the design and scaling of high-performance communication systems for TeraWave. Own the development of custom silicon algorithms targeting packet processing MAC PHY and radio DSP to drive lowest power consumption and highest performance. Collaborate with ASIC RFIC and software teams to bring up prototypes pre-silicon and validate architectures. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape next-generation space-based communications at Blue Origin.

What You'll Do5

  • 1Develop models and algorithms for the TeraWave Custom Silicon including packet processing MAC PHY and Radio DSP
  • 2Drive optimization for FPGA and ASIC implementation
  • 3Support ASIC pre-silicon verification through advanced digital end-to-end communication systems
  • 4Model channel impairments and collaborate with ASIC RFIC and SW teams
  • 5Bring up prototype pre-silicon and validate architecture performance post-silicon

Requirements5

  • 17+ years of experience in Signal processing or Modem design and development
  • 2Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or related technical discipline
  • 3Proficiency with MATLAB SystemC C++ or other system-level tools
  • 4Familiarity with DSP communications systems spread spectrum forward error correction and modulation types
  • 5Strong understanding of RF DSP architectures ADC/DAC and mixed signal designs

Salary Insight

Salary not disclosed in listing

Location

Typeonsite
LocationSan Francisco, California

Required Skills

Signal processingModem designMATLABSystemCC/C++NetworkingMACPHYDSPRFMixed Signal designsSpread spectrum
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