ABOUT MDA SPACE Building the space between proven and possible, 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 worl…
Skills: DDR Validation, FPGA Development, System Bring-up, Signal Integrity, Post-silicon Validation
ABOUT MDA SPACE Building the space between proven and possible, 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 worl…
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Skills: RF System Design, Circuit Level Design, Link Budget Analysis, EM Simulation, Schematic Capture
Vale of White Horse, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Senior$183M raised
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Skills: Hardware Architecture, ASIC Validation, High-Speed SerDes, RF Analog Design, Power Integrity
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Sr. Systems Validation Engineer (SerDes / Physical Layer)
Rushmoor, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Senior+$183M raised
ABOUT MDA SPACE Building the space between proven and possible, 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 worl…
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Sr. Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Firmware Engineer
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Senior$183M raised
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Skills: Digital Signal Processing, FPGA, VHDL, Verilog, C/C++
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Skills: Plan Reading, Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing, Quality Assurance, IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620
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Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec, Canada · On-site
Senior+$183M raised
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Sr. Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Firmware Engineer
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Senior$183M raised
Description Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and Geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story o…
Skills: Digital Signal Processing, FPGA, VHDL, Verilog, C/C++
Description Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and Geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story o…
Skills: FPGA Design, VHDL, System Verilog, Vivado, Modelsim
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Skills: AIT, Systems Integration, Digital Signal Processing, Python, FPGA-based Systems
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Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Private Healthcare, Disability Income Protection, Life Insurance, Pension Plan, Employee Assistance Program
Posted 22d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The role focuses on validating DDR3/DDR4 interfaces and high-speed digital systems on modem platforms. Responsibilities include developing validation plans, performing signal integrity analysis, and creating FPGA-based prototypes for system-level integration.
Requirements
Requires a degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 8-15 years of total experience, specifically 5-12+ years in DDR validation or FPGA development. Proficiency in Python, C/C++, and hands-on experience with high-bandwidth oscilloscopes and JTAG debuggers is essential.
Full job description
ABOUT MDA SPACE
Building the space between proven and possible, 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 – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.
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. With locations in Israel, the UK, and the US, we are a technology leader in satellite communication.
This role requires a strong understanding of DDR protocols, FPGA development, system bring-up, signal integrity, and post-silicon validation.
Debug memory training failures, calibration issues, and initialization sequences
Perform read/write eye analysis and BER measurements
Analyze DDR performance bottlenecks using hardware and software tools
FPGA Development & Prototyping
Develop FPGA-based prototypes for modem subsystems
Bring up FPGA platforms and validate hardware functionality
Support hardware/software co-validation using FPGA platforms
Knowledge of Verilog/SystemVerilog FPGA bring-up
System-Level Validation
Perform board bring-up and system integration
Validate high-speed interfaces including:
DDR
PCIe
USB
Root cause hardware/software interaction issues
Develop automated validation scripts
Support production readiness through stress and reliability testing
Signal Integrity & Debug
Perform DDR SI/PI analysis
Analyze:
Eye diagrams
Jitter
Crosstalk
Reflection
Overshoot/undershoot
Work closely with PCB layout and SI teams to optimize DDR routing
Automation
Develop automation using:
Python/C/C++
Automate:
Test execution
Log analysis
Data visualization
Regression testing
Cross-functional Collaboration
Work closely with:
RTL Design
Memory Controller Design
PHY Design
Firmware Team
PCB Design
Software Team
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
Ideally, 8-15 years or total post graduation working experience
5–12+ years of experience in DDR validation, FPGA development, or high-speed digital systems
Strong understanding of DDR architecture and JEDEC standards
Experience with:
DDR3
DDR4
Experience with modem or wireless SoCs (4G/5G)
Familiarity with memory controller microarchitecture
Experience with Git, and automated regression frameworks
Strong analytical and debugging skills
Ability to troubleshoot complex cross-functional issues
Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Self-driven with a structured approach to problem-solving
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment
Validation Equipment
Hands-on experience with:
High-bandwidth oscilloscopes
JTAG debuggers
BERT
TDR
Thermal chambers
High-Speed Interfaces
Experience validating:
PCIe
USB
Ethernet
MIPI CSI/DSI
UFS
UART
SPI
I2C
Programming
Proficiency in:
Python
C/C++
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.
We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA Space welcomes all who yearn to suit up and be part of it. An equal opportunity employer prizing diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to growing MDA Space’s leadership in this next golden age.
Comments/Special Considerations:
We are required to conduct a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) screening in which we will check your:
Right to work: To confirm that you are entitled to take up the position as well as check your nationality and immigration status
Identity: Full ID check
Criminal records: Basic Disclosure
Employment history check: Confirmation of past three years of employment (minimum) history/activity
Reference checks
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.
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.
A trusted mission partner to the global space industry.
Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1969
Headquarters
Brampton, Ontario
LinkedIn followers
123,493
Total funding
$183M
Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA; NYSE:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global defence and 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 4,000 space experts has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that's been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we'll take you there. For more information, visit mda.space.
MDA Space (TSX : MDA; NYSE : MDA) est un partenaire de mission de confiance de l’industrie spatiale mondiale qui crée l’espace entre ce qui est prouvé et ce qui est possible. À titre de pionnier de la robotique, des systèmes satellitaires et du renseignement géospatial, avec une histoire de 55 ans de premières mondiales et de plus de 450 missions, MDA Space est un chef de file mondial dans les domaines des satellites de communication, de l’observation de la Terre et de l’espace, ainsi que de l’infrastructure et l’exploration spatiale. L’équipe de MDA Space, qui compte plus de 4 000 experts de l’espace au Canada, aux États-Unis et au Royaume-Uni, possède les connaissances et le savoir-faire nécessaires pour transformer la vision audacieuse du client en une mission réalisable, grâce à une combinaison unique d’expérience, d’excellence technique et d’émerveillement qui fait partie de notre ADN depuis le premier jour. Pour ceux qui rêvent grand et repoussent les limites sur terre et dans les étoiles afin de changer le monde pour le meilleur, nous vous y emmènerons. Veuillez consulter le site Web mda.space.
Offices: 7500 Financial Dr, Brampton, Ontario, CA · 13800 Commerce Parkway, Richmond, British Columbia V6V 2J3, CA · 21025 Trans Canada Highway, Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec H9X 3R2, CA · 57 Auriga Drive, Suite 201, Nepean, Ontario K2K 1Y5, CA · 1000 Windmill Road, Suite 60, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B3B 1L7, CA
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A trusted mission partner to the global space industry.
Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1969
Headquarters
Brampton, Ontario
LinkedIn followers
123,493
Total funding
$183M
Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA; NYSE:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global defence and 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 4,000 space experts has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that's been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we'll take you there. For more information, visit mda.space.
MDA Space (TSX : MDA; NYSE : MDA) est un partenaire de mission de confiance de l’industrie spatiale mondiale qui crée l’espace entre ce qui est prouvé et ce qui est possible. À titre de pionnier de la robotique, des systèmes satellitaires et du renseignement géospatial, avec une histoire de 55 ans de premières mondiales et de plus de 450 missions, MDA Space est un chef de file mondial dans les domaines des satellites de communication, de l’observation de la Terre et de l’espace, ainsi que de l’infrastructure et l’exploration spatiale. L’équipe de MDA Space, qui compte plus de 4 000 experts de l’espace au Canada, aux États-Unis et au Royaume-Uni, possède les connaissances et le savoir-faire nécessaires pour transformer la vision audacieuse du client en une mission réalisable, grâce à une combinaison unique d’expérience, d’excellence technique et d’émerveillement qui fait partie de notre ADN depuis le premier jour. Pour ceux qui rêvent grand et repoussent les limites sur terre et dans les étoiles afin de changer le monde pour le meilleur, nous vous y emmènerons. Veuillez consulter le site Web mda.space.
Offices: 7500 Financial Dr, Brampton, Ontario, CA · 13800 Commerce Parkway, Richmond, British Columbia V6V 2J3, CA · 21025 Trans Canada Highway, Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec H9X 3R2, CA · 57 Auriga Drive, Suite 201, Nepean, Ontario K2K 1Y5, CA · 1000 Windmill Road, Suite 60, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B3B 1L7, CA
Space and Terrestrial RoboticsEngineering ServicesSatellite SystemsSpace OperationsRoboticsGeointelligenceSpaceEarth ObservationCanadarmRADARSAT