Advanced ASIC FPGA Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc•Pittsfield, MA

2d•$128,854 - $142,947•Onsite

About The Position

General Dynamics Mission Systems is seeking a Proficient/Experienced ASIC/FPGA Design Engineer to lead digital design efforts using VHDL on an interim FPGA platform, transitioning designs to full ASIC implementation in collaboration with a packaging team. This role sits within a close-knit team of 5-6 engineers with a key focus on mentoring others through the conversion process. This position is on-site with up to 10% travel to customer sites.

Requirements

Fully proficient understanding of ASIC/FPGA engineering concepts, principles, and theories
Fully proficient in the principles and techniques of ASIC/FPGA design including FPGA-to-ASIC conversion
Strong proficiency in VHDL for digital design and simulation
Hands-on experience with Microsemi and/or Xilinx FPGA platforms
Fully proficient with Vivado, Libero, Mentor, and/or Cadence EDA tools
Hardware integration experience with lab tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG debuggers)
Fully proficient knowledge of other related disciplines including PCB/circuit board design
Ability to mentor others through complex technical processes
Keeps abreast of technology trends in ASIC/FPGA and semiconductor design
Grasps and applies new information quickly
Fully proficient written and verbal communication skills
Ability to recognize and clearly report information relevant to sound ASIC/FPGA design
Fully proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Ability to think creatively and multi-task effectively
Fully proficient skill in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions
Working knowledge of earned value concepts and Cost Account Management (CAM) as they relate to program execution
Frequent contact with project leaders, internal work groups, external customers, and vendors
Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
Strong proficiency in VHDL for digital design and simulation
Hands-on experience with Microsemi and/or Xilinx FPGA development
Proficiency with Vivado, Libero, Mentor, and/or Cadence EDA tools
Hardware integration experience with lab tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG debuggers)
Ability to mentor others through technical processes
Ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance within 18 months
Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field plus a minimum of 5 years relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years relevant experience

Nice To Haves

Active DoD Security Clearance
ASIC design or tape-out experience
PCB/circuit board design background
FPGA-to-ASIC conversion experience
Experience with project cost and schedule awareness in a program environment

Responsibilities

Responsible for definition, design, verification and documentation for ASIC and/or FPGA developments
Determines architecture, system simulation and detailed design approach with emphasis on VHDL-based digital design
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
Reviews vendor capabilities, foundry technologies, device libraries and simulation tools
Participates in the improvement of ASIC/FPGA organizational processes
Supports the generation of technical engineering products by using the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the ASIC/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
Conducts hardware integration and testing using lab equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG debuggers
Collaborates with ASIC packaging team to execute FPGA-to-ASIC conversion
Mentors and guides engineers through the FPGA-to-ASIC conversion methodology and best practices
Contributes to the completion of major programs and projects
Supports program execution with awareness of project scope, schedule and cost objectives
Plans and executes project tasks for activities described above