Satellite Communications System Architect

Location: US, MA, Boston, United Kingdom, Hayes, Spain, Valencia, Cortes Valencianas, US, CA, San Jose, Rio Robles, France, Home Office, Ireland, Limerick, Germany, Munich, Otl-Aicher-Strasse, US, NC, Durham

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible™. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and Twitter (X).

Job Title: Satellite Communications System Architect
Location: Flexible / Remote — USA, Canada and Europe

Department: Systems and Technology

Role Overview:
At Analog Devices, we’re building the future of satellite communications. We welcome engineers and technical leaders from across the Satcom ecosystem—whether your experience is in satellite payloads, advanced user terminals, and subsystems. This is your opportunity to lead and contribute to end-to-end Satcom solutions spanning LEO, MEO, GEO orbits, and all relevant frequency bands. You’ll help shape the next generation of IC and system roadmaps for the industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and contribute to architecture, design, and implementation of innovative Satcom solutions.
• Translate system requirements into practical, high-impact designs for payloads, terminals, and subsystems.
• Optimize RF signal chains, frequency conversion, mixed signal, digital beamforming, power, and precision technologies.
• Drive or influence IC and system technology roadmaps through deep industry insight.
• Integrate new technologies such as advanced user terminals and Direct-to-Cell solutions.
• Ensure robust designs for the space environment, including radiation (TID, SEE), thermal, and reliability factors.

Required Qualifications:

• Significant experience in Satcom system design for payloads, user terminals, or key subsystems.
• Knowledge of relevant Satcom frequency bands (e.g., Ku, Ka, Q, V, W, C, S, L) and the implications on circuit/sub-system design.
• Ability to translate system/constellation requirements into innovative solutions.
• Understanding of space environment factors, including radiation effects (TID, SEE).
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills; thrives in both independent and collaborative settings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications, Aerospace, or related field.
• Experience shaping IC or system roadmaps.
• Familiarity with power systems, thermal control, or on-board processing.
• Exposure to Direct-to-Cell and next-generation Satcom technologies.

About Analog Devices:
At Analog Devices, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. We bring together brilliant minds from around the globe to tackle complex challenges and shape the future of technology. Our culture is built on collaboration, curiosity, and a relentless drive to push boundaries. We empower our engineers to take initiative, experiment boldly, and make a real impact—both within our teams and across the industries we serve. Join us and become part of a diverse, inclusive community where your ideas fuel tomorrow’s breakthroughs.

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• Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.

• This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.

• This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.