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# FPGA & Embedded SW Engineer - Aerospace & Defense

- **Company:** All Views LLC
- **Location:** Hazlet, NJ, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $120,300.0 - $174,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Board Bringup, Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Logic Synthesis of Circuits, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, PCI Express, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Systems Integration, Toolchain, Verilog, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Hardware Debugging
- **Published:** September 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us17eb47d167555a74493736e4de2c915b/eaa

## About the Role

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
6+ years of experience in FPGA design, development, or system integration
RTL experience.
Experience with FPGA design, FPGA to board interface, and hardware bring-up/debug
Familiarity with FPGA-based systems and integration into larger platforms
Knowledge of high-speed digital design and interfaces (e.g., DDR, PCIe, Ethernet)
Hands-on lab experience using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and related tools, Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or government programs
Familiarity with Altera FPGA platforms and toolchain
Experience with ruggedized or mission-critical hardware design environments
Exposure to embedded systems and HW/SW co-design
Experience working in customer-facing or applications engineering roles
Key Competencies
Strong hardware debugging and system-level problem-solving skills
Ability to translate complex mission requirements into practical engineering solutions
Comfort working in customer-facing, high-visibility environments
Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities
Job Type: Regular
Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location: Hazlet

## Description

Altera is seeking an FPGA & Embedded Software Engineer to support the Aerospace & Defense organization. This role focuses on developing FPGA designs along with embedded software, partnering closely with defense and government customers to design, develop, and deploy FPGA-based systems for mission-critical applications.
Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the Altera Hazlet, New Jersey office., Design, develop, and validate FPGA & Software solutions for Aerospace & Defense customer projects and reference platforms
Collaborate directly with aerospace & defense customers to translate system requirements into FPGA & SW architectures
Develop RTL-level design, including Verilog, VHDL, and test benches
Develop embedded software (C++, Python) and Matlab code to control and monitor the FPGA
Lead FPGA bring-up, debug, and validation in lab and customer environments
Partner with FPGA, software, and systems engineering teams to deliver end-to-end solutions
Develop technical documentation, validation plans, and customer-facing design collateral
Troubleshoot system-level issues in demanding, mission-critical environments
The pay range below is for Bay Area California only. Actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experiences, trainings, etc. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.
$120.3K - $174.2K USD
We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for the position. Applicants must be eligible for any required U.S. export authorizations.


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