FPGA Engineer (New Hire Sign-On Bonus Eligible)

Responsible for definition, design, verification and documentation for Advance FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) developments in embedded systems.

Experience with Ethernet Frame structure & protocols.

Determines architecture, system simulation and detailed design approach

Defines module interfaces and all aspects of device design and simulation

Evaluates the process flow including but not limited to high level design, synthesis, place and route, timing and power utilization

Creates test and simulation plans that establish functional criteria

Verifies test results and analyzes performance

May also review vendor capabilities, foundry technologies, device libraries and simulation tools

Participates in the improvement of the FPGA organizational processes.

Supports the generation of technical engineering products by using the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the FPGA development life cycle

Contributes to the research and analysis of data, such as customer design proposal specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application

Selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability

May provide leadership and/or direction to lower level employees

Independently determines approach to solutions

Contributes to the completion of major programs and projects

Plans and executes project tasks for activities described above

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master’s degree and 3 years of job-related experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required., Proficient use and understanding of FPGA engineering concepts, principles, and theories

Proficient in the principles and techniques of FPGA design

Proficient understanding of FPGA processes

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Proficient in System Verilog

Proficient in Vivado

Proficient in QuestaSim or ModelSim

Proficient working in Linux environment

Proficient in Git

Prefer experience with Microchip Polarfire FPGAs

Prefer experience utilizing UVM (Universal Verification Methodology) for FPGA verification

Prefer Xilinx Versal experience

Proficient knowledge of other related disciplines

Keeps abreast of technology trends

Proficient awareness of business objectives and Engineering role in achieving

Proficient written and verbal communications skills

Ability to think creatively

Ability to multi-task

Proficient skill in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions

Proficient ability to recognize and clearly report information relevant to sound FPGA design

Proficient ability to develop and sell concepts and ideas

Regular contact with senior levels of internal work groups

Works under limited direction, Bachelor Degree

Target salary range: USD $128,924.00/Yr. - USD $136,000.00/Yr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!