Job Description

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

Your Responsibilities

As a GNSS Signal Processing Engineer for John Deere Intelligent Solutions Group located in Toarrance, CA , you will...

Develop a GNSS measurement engine that supplies precise signal measurements to the navigator while adapting to diverse operational scenarios like shading, scintillation, and interference
Major portion of work will be creating firmware that controls logic for acquiring and tracking satellite signals
Work with team to transition FPGA logic into an Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) for product integration that improves sensitivity and performance of GNSS receivers
Evaluate early prototypes using FPGA and discrete RF front ends on overall system performance through lab testing

Annual Minimum 118,584.00

Annual Mis-point 148,224.00

Annual Maximum 177,864.00

VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position

What Skills You Need

A good understanding of GNSS signals and communication techniques
Proficient in creating and implementing designs in Matlab that acquire and track satellite and terrestrial signals in both digital and software control logic
Familiarity with researching and developing algorithms for incorporating new GNSS signals
Good experience in writing real time firmware code that will control acquisition and tracking loops of the measurement engine
Some experience working with Verilog and RF concepts for overall system integration of major components into a working navigation system

What Makes You Stand Out

3-5 years firmware experience used in satellite signal acquisition and tracking algorithms
Good knowledge of one or several GNSS constellation GPS, Galileo, Glonass and Beidou satellite waveforms and data structures
Able to read and understand satellite signal interface control documents
Strong Comms theoretical background with understanding of link budgets and demodulation/decoding algorithms
Proficiency with C++ and real time software
General knowledge of RF and Digital test equipment, encompassing spectrum analyzers, signal generators, high-speed oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
Adept at working with Verilog code for FPGA implementation

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Satellite Communications or Signal Processing emphasis

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

Flexible work arrangements
Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Benefit Pension)
Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
Adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Programs
Tuition assistance
Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
Charitable contribution match
Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use