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SpaceX’s Starshield team applies Starlink technology to national security missions, developing spacecraft and ground hardware for government customers. The Sr. ASIC Design Engineer will design and deliver next-generation ASICs and FPGAs for space and ground systems, working cross-functionally on RTL implementation, verification, timing closure, and silicon bring-up in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

  • 5+ years RTL implementation and/or FPGA/ASIC development experience
  • Proficient in Verilog/SystemVerilog and RTL design flows
  • Experience with timing closure, synthesis, and EDA tool flows
  • Familiarity with clock domain crossing and low-power design techniques
  • Experience with bus protocols (AXI/AHB) and embedded processors
  • Scripting skills (Python, TCL) and use of HDL simulators and lint tools

Responsibilities

  • Design digital ASICs and FPGAs including micro-architecture, RTL (Verilog/SystemVerilog), and top-level integration
  • Evaluate architecture trade-offs and derive subsystem/circuit specifications with modem/DSP and RFIC teams
  • Collaborate with verification to develop and execute comprehensive verification plans
  • Provide timing constraints and support physical implementation (synthesis, timing closure, formality)
  • Participate in silicon bring-up, validation, and development of automated test lab equipment
  • Support off-site testing and travel as required to complete hardware validation

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science (required)
  • Advanced degrees (MS/PhD) in related fields preferred but not required

Benefits

  • Base salary plus potential long-term incentives (stock, options, or cash awards)
  • Possible discretionary bonuses and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan, short/long-term disability, and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave, paid vacation (approx. 3 weeks), and 10+ paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave per company policy
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