Senior VLSI Design Engineer in Farnborough

ABOUT MDA SPACE
MDA Space is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55‑year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The global MDA Space team of more than 3,800 space experts has the knowledge and know‑how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission.

Our Sat Connect IC business unit, a division of our Satellite Systems business, is a leading provider of ASICs, software, multibeam electronically steered antennas, and complete systems for communication satellites, as well as ground and airborne terminals. Located in Israel, the UK, Bulgaria, and the US, we are a technology leader in satellite communication.

Job Description:
Be part of a dynamic and motivated modem VLSI design team. Take part in complex SOC VLSI chip‑design activities with major focus on advanced digital signal processing and modem subsystem development, covering architectural, front‑end design, verification and physical‑design aspects. VLSI development of digital modules from concept to final implementation, meeting physical design entry requirements. Be part of a multi‑team developing advanced signal processing cores and subsystem solutions. In charge of adjusting, deploying and integrating the subsystem into company design environment.

Required Skills:
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field from a major academic institute
- +5 years in VLSI engineering
- Substantial knowledge and experience in the full ASIC/VLSI chip‑design flow and tool chain
- RTL coding, verification, PD aware synthesis and STA
- VLSI architecting experience
- Good understanding of signal processing and modem architecture and design experience – Major advantage
- Self‑learning capabilities, adapt to changes and study new technical fields
- Effective teamwork, collaboration and mission leadership skills
- Company internal and external communication skills – both verbal and written

We’re a dream team of purpose‑driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem‑solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth. If you’re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we’ll take you there.

Benefits statement:
MDA Space provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including private healthcare, disability income protection, life insurance, pension plan, and an employee assistance program. We also have a Hybrid work model in place, for a better work/life balance.

Equal opportunity statement:
MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.

Accommodations:
MDA Space is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.