Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

Position Summary, Job Requirements & Responsibilities

What We’re Looking For:
If you are an experienced Engineer with a highly technical mindset who is passionate about new and emerging technologies, then you will be excited about the Navigation Engineer opening with Iridium. As a Navigation Engineer, you’ll independently deliver high-quality work and drive projects and deliverables to completion. In this role, you will work with the internal development team and with commercial partners to implement the company’s flagship Satellite Time and Location (STL) solution on new platforms.

What You’ll Do:

Develop and maintain signal processing algorithms and associated hardware implementations for PNT positioning products
Collaborates with internal and external customers and technical peers to solve complex system problems
Support system design by identifying and recommending design and requirements needs for future enhancements
Contribute to all aspects of the product life cycle (concept, development, integration, qualification, acceptance, delivery, and maintenance)
Follows established configuration/change control processes

Experience & Education Requirements / EEO

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related field
5+ years of experience with digital radio systems such as GPS/GNSS or software definable radios
Knowledge of GPS/GNSS technology and navigation algorithm
Experience with simulation and debugging with MATLAB/Octave
Ability to work seamlessly within a team as well as manage individual tasks
Proven ability to work independently, designing, developing, and deploying solutions, and delivering projects on time with minimal direction
Ability to listen and evaluate all opinions without bias, and contribute to a common culture of excellence
Possess an analytical mindset, with the ability to understand a situation or problem and think critically to make decisions or come up with solutions
Be active in seeking out ways to continuously improve yourself and gain new knowledge

Things That Would be Nice if You Brought to the Table:

Familiarity with digital processing techniques including: FIR/IIR/adaptive filtering, modulation, demodulation, convolution, cross-correlation, spectral methods (Fourier, wavelet), phase-locked loops, numerically controlled oscillators, etc.
Experience with hardware/software partitioning of digital signal processing functions to optimize throughput and/or SWAP
Knowledge of analog systems and components utilized in the transmission and reception of RF waveforms such as filters, antennas, amplifiers, modulators, mixers, and ADC/DAC.
Familiarity with digital communication topics such as channel models, carrier/symbol synchronization, block codes, convolutional codes, equalization, etc.
Experience in the simulation and analysis of radio systems, algorithms, and data processing chains
Proficient in linear algebra, probability, and stochastic processes
Experience with linear and/or non-linear optimization using standard techniques such as least squares, weighted least squares, and Kalman Filtering
Understanding of numerical considerations/tradeoffs between fixed point and floating point arithmetic when implementing signal processing algorithms

Things That Would be GREAT if You Brought to the Table:

Master’s or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related field
Knowledge of space mission design/analysis and orbital mechanics
Experience working on the design of GPS/GNSS receivers
Familiarity with embedded software development environment and tools for real-time embedded operating systems (RTOS), such as VxWorks and FreeRTOS
Knowledgeable in programming concepts including data structures, algorithms, databases, and multithreading
Solid understanding of memory management on embedded platforms
Familiarity with common RF/HW/FW/SW tools such as oscilloscope, logic analyzer, signal generator, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, Chipscope, GDB, JTAG, etc.
Experience with RF/hardware design and debugging
Ability to read and understand schematic drawings and component datasheets
Experience in FPGA development (VHDL, Verilog), and associated synthesis + place/route tools

We’ll also need you to:

Be a US Citizen (due to government contracts)

Work Environment:

This position primarily works in the company office or in a home office. The position is largely sedentary with the majority of the position sitting in a chair and working with a computer. The role uses basic office equipment including a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or status as a protected veteran. EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability and other protected categories.