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Senior Validation Engineer (Systems / DDR Subsystems)

MDA Space -
Farnborough

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Job details

Permanent
6 days ago

Benefits

Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Private medical insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

FPGA
Engineering
5G
Git
Master's degree
Verilog
Analysis skills
C++
C
Bachelor's degree
Ethernet
SystemVerilog
Electrical Engineering
Python
Debugging
4G/LTE

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.

For more information, visit www.mda.space (http://www.mda.space/).

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.

Key Responsibilities:

DDR System Validation

Validate DDR3/DDR4 interfaces on modem platforms
Develop comprehensive DDR validation plans covering functionality, timing, electrical, and performance requirements
Perform DDR margin analysis including:
- Timing margins
- Voltage margins
- Frequency margins
- Temperature characterization
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.

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