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Staff FPGA Operations Project Engineer

CesiumAstro

Job Location:

El Segundo, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 165000 - 199000

Posted: 29 October 2026 (16 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 26 January 2027

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Please Note:To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations the applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. conditional resident asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

AtCesiumAstro we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites UAVs launch vehicles and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment which allows us to learn develop and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on interactive and autonomous work CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate collaborative energetic and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add a Staff FPGA Operations Project Engineer to our this role you will lead the planning coordination and execution of complex engineering operations initiatives supporting FPGA development. This role independently contributes to engineering effectiveness by identifying and resolving operational challenges supporting quality efficiency and schedule objectives.

Working cross-functionally with engineering manufacturing quality supply chain program management and operations teams this role builds and implements repeatable engineering workflows supports user training and enables broader adoption across disciplines.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Establish project plans schedules resource requirements and execution strategies supporting complex engineering operations initiatives.
Define project engineering approaches by evaluating workflow requirements engineering priorities schedules risks and resource constraints.
Lead coordination of operational deliverables process improvements cross-functional activities and project reviews.
Lead the development and implementation of engineering workflows tool integrations infrastructure coordination and process documentation.
Evaluate engineering data technical documentation workflow metrics and team feedback while directing solutions that improve engineering effectiveness.
Validate process changes corrective actions risk mitigation activities and operational deliverables supporting technical and business objectives.
Serve as the engineering operations project lead by coordinating engineering manufacturing quality supply chain program management and operations teams.
Develop project plans technical reports process documentation status updates and performance metrics supporting operational decisions.
Support design reviews process reviews technical reviews engineering investigations customer meetings product development activities onboarding training and process improvement activities by providing project engineering and operations guidance.
Establish engineering operations best practices planning methodologies repeatable execution processes and performance measures across FPGA development.
Evaluate project management methods engineering workflows resource planning and execution strategies to identify opportunities for improvement.
Drive initiatives that enhance project execution technical coordination schedule performance communication engineering workflows tool adoption and engineering effectiveness.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical field with 812 years of experience Masters degree with 68 years or PhD with 35 years of experience in project engineering systems engineering product development program execution or a related discipline including electrical computer aerospace software industrial mechanical manufacturing biomedical human factors or systems engineering; engineering management information systems operations research applied mathematics or data analytics.
In-depth knowledge of engineering principles development workflows and project engineering methodologies.
Advanced understanding of project planning scheduling technical coordination engineering change processes risk management product lifecycle management (PLM) process improvement and change management.
Comprehensive knowledge of engineering documentation workflow design process implementation tool integration project controls and systems integration.
Knowledge of cross-functional engineering collaboration quality systems user requirements and engineering operations.
Strong understanding of technical leadership engineering lifecycle management and organizational project management practices.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint and Teams.
Project management and scheduling software e.g. Microsoft Project Smartsheet Jira or equivalent applications.
Engineering documentation and collaboration tools e.g. GitLab Jama Jira Confluence or equivalent applications

$165000 - $199000 a year

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience education/training and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health dental vision HSA FSA life disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace color religion sex national origin disability protected Veteran Status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Required Experience:

Staff IC

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