Ecoatoms · 2 weeks ago
Field-Programmable Gate Arrays Engineer
Ecoatms, Inc. is an aerospace company specializing in advanced space payload systems, and they are seeking a highly hands-on FPGA Embedded Systems Engineer. The role involves the design, development, integration, and debugging of embedded firmware, leading system integration, payload assembly, and testing activities.
Biotechnology
Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and maintain firmware for embedded systems
Lead full payload integration, assembly, and bring-up
Execute end-to-end electrical, firmware, and system-level testing in house
Support hardware/software integration and troubleshooting in a lab setting
Develop and maintain embedded system environments for payload bring-up and firmware/software deployment
Create Python tools for test automation, calibration, and system diagnostics
Debug hardware-software issues using lab tools (oscilloscopes, DMM, current probes, etc)
Work closely with Electrical Engineers to review schematics and validate designs from a firmware perspective
Assist with board revisions, root-cause analysis, and system-level troubleshooting
Integrate sensors, actuators, and external modules (motors, encoders, cameras, IMUs, sensors)
Plan and support EMI/EMC, power integrity, and reliability testing efforts
Serve as the technical bridge between Firmware, EE, and ME teams during integration and troubleshooting
Document system behavior, interfaces, and test results clearly
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (EE, ME)
Write clear technical documentation, bring-up notes, and handover guides
Qualification
Required
3+ years of hands-on experience in embedded systems, including firmware development and hardware/software integration
Experience with Xilinx/AMD FPGA or SoC platforms
Experience with Xilinx/AMD FPGA development tools (Vivado, Petalinux)
Experience developing firmware for payload or embedded systems on bare-metal and RTOS-based platforms
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python
Experience working in Linux-based environments (Yocto, Ubuntu Core, or similar)
Solid understanding of communication protocols and interfaces such as Ethernet, Serial, and USB
Hands-on R&D experience including wiring, connectors and electronics assembly
Experience with version control (Git)
Basic mechanical assembly experience (enclosures, brackets, and test fixtures)
Excellent communication skills with ability to lead technical discussions and clearly document findings
Willingness to travel up to 10%
Preferred
Experience with CAD tools (Altium, SolidWorks)
Experience supporting aerospace, robotics, or other high-reliability systems
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Paid time off
Other market-standard benefits
Company
Ecoatoms
On-Orbit development of biomedical compounds and medical devices for human use.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.5M2024-03-29Series Unknown· $0.5M
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