Job Title: FPGA EngineerJob Description

We are looking for an FPGA Engineer to join the Space Electronic Systems group. This group specializes in performing circuit board design for different space applications, including both individual board designs and system level electrical designs. You will be part of a team delivering cutting-edge solutions for DoD, Intel, and Space customers. Responsibilities: • Work within a multi-discipline team of engineers to design Software Defined Radios (SDRs), On-Board Processors (OBPs), and storage solutions for space applications utilizing the latest Xilinx technologies (e.g., Zynq Ultrascale+ MPSoC, Zynq Ultrascale+ RFSoC, and the VERSAL ACAP) • Create and maintain complete FPGA designs using a combination of VHDL and Vivado IP Integrator with a strong emphasis on efficient data path architecture, reliable timing closures, and high-performance implementations • Code, simulate, and verify a wide range of RTL modules for FPGAs including modules for digital signal processing (DSP), control algorithms, interfaces to external peripherals, etc. • Design and implement solutions that use embedded ARM processors, DDR4 memories, high-speed serial interfaces such as Aurora, JESD204B/C, PCIe, 1G/10G/40G Ethernet, etc. • Create and maintain comprehensive simulation test bench modules to ensure a high degree of code coverage and verify functionality of firmware modules • Create and maintain Timing Constraints to ensure design is fully constrained and consistent Timing Results are achieved post-implementation • Mentor junior engineers: provide training, guidance, and support as needed

Hard Skills

• Xilinx FPGA's

• Vivado toolset

• Aldec Riviera Pro simulation tool

• VHDL

Soft Skills

• Mentorship

• Collaborative teamwork

• Problem-solving

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 9 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a hybrid position requiring some days on-site in Fairfax, Virginia and some days remote.

Work Environment

We foster a culture of rigorous engineering and continuous improvement, leveraging the full knowledge of our organization through collaborative development processes that include design and peer reviews. We combine our expertise in space electronics with right-sized development processes to create innovative, high-performance space-based electronic systems that meet our customers' evolving needs. Hybrid flexibility.

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