About Us

Who We Are

Serrano Systems, Inc. is an innovative technology company specializing in custom communications systems and embedded product development. We integrate hardware and software to deliver tailored, first-time-right designs, leveraging licensable intellectual property (IP) and comprehensive engineering services.

From concept through production, we support both commercial and government clients — including defense applications — with solutions designed for performance, reliability, and long-term success.

Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Carlsbad, California, Serrano Systems has built a reputation for technical excellence, clear communication, and timely, cost-effective delivery.

Serrano Systems headquarters in Carlsbad California

Markets We Serve

Aerospace and defense embedded systems
Advanced camera and sensor technology
Medical device electronics and sensors
Industrial automation embedded systems
Energy and sustainability technology solutions

We provides end-to-end engineering services

Serrano Systems provides end-to-end engineering services across complex, high-bandwidth systems as well as cost-effective, low-power embedded products.

Embedded systems engineering experts

Key Services & Expertise

  • ASIC & FPGA design
  • Board-level hardware design and PCB layout
  • Embedded software and firmware development
  • DSP, RF, and analog design
  • System architecture optimization
  • Ruggedized solutions for military and harsh environments
  • Turnkey product development, including compliance and quality assurance

Our Leadership

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// Neal Riedel

Founder, President & CEO

Neal Riedel brings over 32 years of experience in communication system design and technology leadership.
  • Co-Founder of Ultima Communications (1998)
  • Early developer of Bluetooth technology
  • Company acquired by GlobeSpan in 2000
  • Led a 30-person chipset development team
  • Ground-up development of multiple wireless protocol stacks
  • Extensive experience in PHS wireless technology
  • Products shipped profitably and at volume
  • Holder of four patents in communication system design
    • Mike Beck Vice President Engineering Serrano Systems
    // Mike Beck

    Founder & Vice President of Engineering

    Mike Beck is an expert in board-level, FPGA, and ASIC design, with over 15 years of experience delivering complex communication systems from concept to market.
    • Led multiple products from concept through production
    • Engineering management of large, interdisciplinary teams
    • Led development of CDMA-based wireless data products
    • Extensive experience in:
      • Wireless handset design
      • CDMA, TDMA, 802.11, Bluetooth
      • Wireless & wireline ASIC/FPGA design
      • CDMA, PHS, TDMA, CDPD, HomePlug AV
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    // Mike Creamer

    Vice President of Development

    Mike Creamer specializes in system architecture and high-performance networking platforms for telecom and enterprise environments.
    • Chassis- and board-level design
    • DSP, microprocessor, and network processor systems
    • High-speed networking and memory access architectures
    • FPGA and ASIC development
    • System architecture expert for telecom and central office equipment
    • Founder & VP of Engineering at Nuera Communications
    • Led a 65-person development team for Voice-over-IP central office equipment
    • Engineering lead on multiple concept-to-manufacturing programs
    • Managed development across three design facilities

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