Lead RF FPGA Design

1 day ago

Dayton, United States Raider Technologies Full time

Company: Raider Technologies, LLC

Employment Type: Full-time, Salaried

Location: Dayton, OH - WFH/Hybrid (travel required 5-10%)

Level: Mid-career

Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance with advanced security checks. (must be US Citizen)

Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus incentive bonus plans.

 

Company Overview: Raider Technologies is an emerging start up specializing in advanced radar control solutions for air traffic management, focusing on innovative RF signaling processing for various defense and commercial sectors. Our technology enhances safety and efficiency in global airspace navigation, with applications in air traffic control radar, border security, and unmanned aerial systems tracking. We are seeking a passionate engineer to join our team and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in a rapidly evolving industry.

 

Position Overview: Raider Technologies seeks a talented Lead RF FPGA Design / Firmware Engineer passionate about radar technology. In this role, you will lead the development and integration of advanced signal processing algorithms into custom RF board designs for radar systems. Collaborate with algorithm and hardware specialists to optimize radar processing chains and ensure seamless firmware integration with RF components. You will own FPGA firmware design and implementation, driving innovation in multi-mode operations, beamforming, Doppler processing, and environmental resilience. This position requires initiative, independent problem-solving, and a focus on team success.

 

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Digital Design and Firmware Development: Design FPGA firmware for scalable RF front-end/back-end architectures.

System Integration: Work closely with radar software and mechanical engineering teams to integrate FPGA designs.

Requirements Development: Translate high-level product goals into refined system and sub-system requirements.

Testing and Verification: Develop and execute design verification test plans for all system levels.

Advanced Design Contributions: Innovate radar transceiver architectures, signal processing chains, and protocols.

Technical Documentation: Maintain thorough documentation for designs, tests, and integration processes.

Collaboration: Share knowledge across teams and stay updated on FPGA and radar system advancements.

 

Minimum Qualifications

·        Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

·        5+ years’ experience with FPGA development and verification (3+ years with a Master’s degree).

·        Proficiency in VHDL and Verilog for FPGA development.

·        Familiarity with FPGA toolchains such as Vivado, ISE, Quartus, and ModelSim.

·        Hands-on experience optimizing FPGA timing, resource use, and implementing advanced digital signal processing architectures.

·        Ability to work from high-level requirements to create robust, documented designs.

·        Solid written and oral communication skills.

·        Self-motivated, proactive learner who takes initiative to solve complex problems.

·        Strong team player focused on group success.

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Preferred Qualifications

·        Radar signal processing architecture and FPGA-based RF/microwave system design experience.

·        Knowledge of protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, UDP).

·        Hands-on radar system integration, testing, and verification.

·        Familiarity with radar transmit/receive line-ups

·        Experience with RF tools (oscilloscopes, spectrum/network analyzers).

·        Knowledge of MATLAB, Simulink, and RF simulation platforms (ADS, Microwave Office).

·        Background in DoD/aerospace embedded systems or U.S. Air Force projects.

·        Familiarity with air traffic control or related radar systems is a plus.

 

Benefits

·        Comprehensive Medical

·        401K with Company Match

·        10 Paid Holidays

·        Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) packages

·        Leadership and growth opportunities

 

Work Environment: Raider Technologies offers a flexible work environment with opportunities for remote/hybrid work. Our team values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning, fostering a culture where individuals contribute to and grow with the company’s success.

 

We are seeking one of the first full-time employees to join Raider Technologies beyond the founder, offering a unique opportunity to shape the company's direction, culture, and technical foundation. As a core member of our team, you will have the ability to directly influence the development of cutting-edge radar systems and contribute to the growth of a dynamic start-up environment.

 

Raider Technologies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

 

Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they meet only 80% of the listed qualifications. We value diverse experiences and believe that a wide range of skills can contribute to the success of our team.


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