Mixed-Signal Behavioral Modeling Engineer (Space)

TL;DR

Mixed-Signal Behavioral Modeling Engineer (Space): Developing behavioral models and driving mixed-signal verification methodology for state-of-the-art SoCs used in high-power satellite platforms with an accent on analog/mixed-signal IP and co-simulation infrastructure. Focus on building verification environments from the ground up, ensuring silicon tapeout success, and collaborating across RF, analog, and digital teams.

Location: Remote (United States only, must be a U.S. Person per ITAR regulations)

Salary: $130,000 – $180,000

Company

A Series C space startup building the largest and highest-power satellite platforms for missions from LEO to deep space.

What you will do

• Develop high-level behavioral models for analog and mixed-signal IP including ADCs, DACs, PLLs, and RF front-end blocks.
• Create abstracted models using Verilog, Verilog-AMS, or SystemVerilog.
• Build regression infrastructure and mixed-signal testbenches for digital and analog co-simulation.
• Integrate AMS models into UVM-based digital verification environments.
• Define and implement mixed-signal verification methodology for top-level SoC and subsystem verification.
• Collaborate with analog and RF designers to capture real-world behaviors and provide insights during architectural reviews and silicon bring-up.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR regulations.
• M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in analog/mixed-signal modeling or AMS verification.
• Hands-on experience with SystemVerilog, Verilog-AMS, wreal/RNM, or equivalent modeling languages.
• Strong understanding of analog/mixed-signal circuits such as PLLs, LDOs, ADC/DACs, and RF/IF paths.
• Experience with mixed-signal co-simulation environments like Cadence AMS Designer or Synopsys VCS AMS.

Nice to have

• Experience building AMS verification methodologies from scratch.
• Familiarity with UVM-based verification and digital design flows.
• Knowledge of signal processing theory, RF system modeling, or communication systems.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, Python modeling, or SystemC AMS.

Culture & Benefits

• Equity in the company.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off and paid parental leave.
• Life insurance and additional perks.
• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking space technology in a fast-paced startup environment.