Senior FPGA Engineer - [Relocation and Bonuses Offered] - Buffalo NY

Bryant Staffing Solutions is recruiting a Senior FPGA Engineering Manager for an established aerospace and defense technology organization in the Buffalo, New York area. This position offers a combination of hands-on FPGA engineering and technical team leadership. The successful candidate will supervise approximately five FPGA engineers while contributing directly to the design, development, verification, and testing of FPGA-based systems used in advanced aerospace and space applications. The role consists of approximately 70% hands-on technical engineering and 30% people management, making it ideal for an experienced FPGA professional who enjoys technical problem-solving and mentoring engineers. This is a fully onsite opportunity requiring attendance five days per week. Remote work is not available., Engineering Leadership and Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of approximately five FPGA engineers.
• Assign engineering projects and monitor progress against technical requirements, budgets, and deadlines.
• Conduct performance evaluations and support employee career development.
• Provide technical guidance and assist engineers in resolving complex design challenges.
• Promote continuous improvement in FPGA engineering processes, development methodologies, and verification practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to achieve project objectives.

FPGA Design and Technical Execution

• Translate system-level specifications and interface requirements into FPGA design requirements.
• Develop, implement, and optimize reusable FPGA modules using VHDL.
• Perform functional simulation, design verification, troubleshooting, and hardware validation.
• Participate in FPGA design reviews and source code evaluations.
• Develop and execute verification procedures to ensure system performance and reliability.
• Utilize engineering simulation tools and laboratory equipment to validate FPGA functionality.
• Prepare technical documentation covering design decisions, engineering analyses, and verification results.
• Support FPGA development throughout the complete product lifecycle.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in FPGA development and VHDL programming.
• Demonstrated experience leading or managing engineering teams.
• Strong proficiency in VHDL and ModelSim simulation software.
• Experience with FPGA simulation, verification, debugging, and testing methodologies.
• Hands-on experience using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, and related laboratory equipment.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and critical-thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and technical leadership skills.
• Ability to balance engineering responsibilities with team management.
• Willingness and ability to work onsite five days per week in East Aurora/Elma, New York.
• Ability to meet U.S. export-control requirements and obtain a U.S. security clearance, which generally requires U.S. citizenship., * 5-7 or more years of progressive FPGA engineering experience.
• Experience developing FPGA solutions for aerospace, defense, space, or other high-reliability applications.
• Familiarity with MATLAB and Simulink.
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, RS-422, RS-485, and MIL-STD-1553.
• Experience conducting employee performance reviews, mentoring engineers, and managing technical assignments.
• Background in FPGA design optimization and engineering process improvements.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering and product development teams.

Key Skills Required

• FPGA Design and Development: Strong understanding of FPGA architectures, digital logic design, and hardware implementation.
• VHDL Programming: Advanced ability to develop, review, and troubleshoot VHDL-based designs.
• Engineering Leadership: Proven ability to supervise engineering teams, assign responsibilities, and support employee development.
• Simulation and Verification: Proficiency with ModelSim, functional verification, and FPGA debugging techniques.
• Hardware Testing: Practical experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and laboratory testing equipment.
• Project Management: Ability to coordinate technical activities while meeting project schedules, budgets, and quality expectations.
• Technical Communication: Strong documentation, collaboration, and problem-solving capabilities., * Do you have experience leading or managing an engineering team?
• Do you have hands-on experience with VHDL and ModelSim simulation tools?
• Do you have at least 5 years of professional FPGA design and VHDL development experience?

• Security Clearance: Active clearance not required initially; eligibility to obtain one is necessary.
• Export Compliance: Must meet requirements for access to U.S. export-controlled information.
• Interview Travel: Reimbursement available.

Why This Location? The Buffalo and East Aurora region of Western New York provides a combination of career opportunities, affordable living, and recreational activities.

• Outdoor Recreation: Convenient access to Lake Erie, Niagara Falls, hiking trails, skiing, and regional parks.
• Entertainment: Professional sporting events, concerts, festivals, and year-round community activities.
• Dining and Nightlife: Diverse restaurants, local breweries, and entertainment destinations throughout the Buffalo metropolitan area.
• Cultural Attractions: Museums, historic architecture, performing arts venues, and a strong regional engineering heritage.
• Cost of Living: Generally more affordable housing compared with many major Northeastern metropolitan areas.
• Lifestyle Benefits: Family-friendly communities, suburban neighborhoods, and access to both city amenities and outdoor recreation.

Benefits and Employee Programs

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and supplemental insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
• Employee stock purchase opportunities at eligible locations.
• Profit-sharing program.
• Flexible paid time off.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Parental leave programs.
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• Tuition assistance and continuing education support.
• Leadership development, mentoring, and professional coaching.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee resource groups and professional development opportunities.

Pay: $110,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year, * 401(k)

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance