Full-Time

Senior RF Digital Signal Processing Engineer

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K2 Space

K2 Space

51-200 employees

Manufactures cost-effective high-capability satellite buses

Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$140k - $200kAnnually

+ Equity

Senior

Los Angeles, CA, USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Electrical Engineering
RF and Microwave Engineering
Signal Processing Engineering
Required Skills
Python
MATLAB
C/C++
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or related science, technology, engineering, or mathematics field
  • 5+ years of experience in RF digital communications and DSP systems
  • Strong knowledge of DSP concepts such as: modems, channelizers, Doppler compensation, resampling signal processing, adaptive filtering, and floating vs fixed point implementations
  • Strong knowledge of digital communications theory and systems including: spread spectrum, forward error correction, channel estimation, channel equalization, channel coding, and modulation types such as FSK, BPSK, QPSK, QAM, and PCM/FM
  • Strong experience with signal detection topologies including: burst detection, digital up and downconversion, IF signal processing, phase lock loops, costas loops, non-coherent detection, spreading and despreading algorithms
  • Strong experience in developing filter topologies including FIR filters, IIR filters, and trading between both implementations
  • Strong experience implementing transmitting and receiving topologies in GNUradio in simulation-only environments as well as coupled with GNUradio-compatible SDRs
  • Strong experience with Python, MATLAB, and/or C/C++
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and high velocity start-up atmosphere
Responsibilities
  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of DSP algorithms for embedded devices and SDRs
  • Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of software and hardware engineers to develop software defined radio systems
  • Act as technical leader and subject-matter expert helping to teach, grow, and mentor others in the team
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with FPGA design, implementation, verification, and validation for RF applications
  • Experience with phased array synthesis, digital beamforming, adaptive beamforming and nulling algorithms
  • Experience with signal intelligence (SIGINT), electronic warfare (EW), and satellite telecommunications
  • Experience with channel emulators, and writing system-level simulations that go beyond the DSP layer
  • Experience with software defined radio hardware development including data converters (digital to analog and analog to digital converters), clock trees, and data converter interfaces
  • Experience with coupled hardware and DSP algorithm design, specifically with respect to compensation and continuous monitoring of analog-front end characteristics

K2 Space manufactures satellite buses, which are the main structures and systems of satellites, excluding the payload. Their product allows clients to create customized satellites for various missions, including scientific research, commercial communication, and defense. K2 Space differentiates itself from competitors by offering high-capability satellite buses at a lower cost, breaking the traditional link between satellite mass and price. This affordability enables organizations with budget constraints to pursue advanced satellite capabilities. The goal of K2 Space is to expand the possibilities for space exploration and development by making ambitious space missions more accessible.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$66.6M

Headquarters

West Hollywood, California

Founded

2022

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-4%

2 year growth

-13%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • K2 Space secured a $60M contract from the U.S. Space Force for satellite missions.
  • The company raised $50M to build Mega Class satellites, boosting its financial position.
  • Growing demand for satellite-based internet services expands K2 Space's market reach.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from established companies like SpaceX threatens K2 Space's market share.
  • Reliance on venture capital funding may lead to financial instability if interest wanes.
  • Potential delays in launching their first Mega satellite could impact reputation and trust.

What makes K2 Space unique

  • K2 Space offers high-capability satellite buses at a fraction of traditional costs.
  • The company breaks the historical correlation between satellite mass and cost.
  • K2 Space's team includes veterans from leading aerospace companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin.

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