> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2106148-fpga-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2106148-fpga-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# FPGA engineer

- **Company:** Leidos, Inc.
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $87,100.0 - $157,450.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, JIRA, Computer Engineering, Embedded Software, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Description Language, MATLAB, Scrum Methodology, Technical Data Management Systems, CPLD, Vivado, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, ModelSim, Git
- **Published:** August 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.military.com/career/312415/fpga-engineer-california-ca-san-diego

## About the Role

* BS and 5+ years of relevant experience as an electrical engineer or computer engineer in an R&D environment or Masters with 3+ year of relevant experience.\n
 * US Citizenship is required and must be able to obtain/maintain a Top Secret security clearance.\n
 * Experience or coursework related to testing FPGA or CPLD designs in an electronics lab.\n
 * Fluent in Vivado, Modelsim or Riviera. Fluent in testbenches and self-checking verification methods.\n
 * Working knowledge of electronics test equipment like function generators, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and lab power supplies.\n
 * Well-organized, reliable, attention to detail, demonstrated personal initiative. Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload. Good interpersonal skills and ability to coordinate work with others. Good oral and written communication skills.\n
 * Experience working with cross-functional R&D development teams.\n
 * Motivated self-starter able to work under minimal supervision and an entrepreneurial approach to roles and responsibilities.\n
 * Familiarity with GIT, JIRA, Agile, Scrum.\n
 * <20% travel to customer sites as required.\n, * Masters' degree or higher in Electrical/Computer Engineering with emphasis on digital/ASIC/FPGA design is a plus.\n
 * Breadth of experience in a complementary discipline ability to develop image processing algorithms in Matlab and implement them in HDL, FPGA design, or embedded software is a plus.\n
 * Experience with Microchip Polarfire and Libero tools is a plus.\n
 * Experience reviewing and documenting technical data packages for military products.\n
 * Demonstrated mid-level lead position in a large FPGA project.\n
 * An active security clearance.\n



## Related Videos

- [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips)
- [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray)
- [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94)
- [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers)
- [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks)
- [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews)

## Related Articles

- [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)
- [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer)
- [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)
- [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)
- [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)
- [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)