FPGA Design Engineer

Simulation Technologies • Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

SimTech, Inc. is seeking a mid-level FPGA Design Engineer to join its team in Huntsville, Alabama. This is an immediate opening involving the design, implementation, integration, and testing of digital systems, particularly FPGA technology. The engineer will develop FPGA designs using Verilog, VHDL, and other HDL tools; modify or design custom RF System on a Chip (RFSoC) boards for real-time, hardware-in-the-loop missile integration; and provide troubleshooting and test support as needed. Other responsibilities may be assigned.

The position is based in general office, cubicle, and laboratory/testing environments. Work involves standard office equipment, electronic testing equipment, computer software, and complex systems. The engineer may interact with personnel, participate in meetings, contribute to team efforts, produce reports, and communicate information. Telework may be included. The role may require moving and testing equipment of various weights, using personal protective equipment in laboratory settings, working varying shifts and hours to meet business demands, and occasional travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 3–5 years of demonstrated experience; highly qualified engineers with related work experience may be considered.
• Strong FPGA design experience in VHDL or Verilog.
• Strong digital signal processing (DSP) background using FPGAs.
• Experience in digital filter design and direct digital synthesis (DDS).
• Experience using PCIe, DDR RAM, multi-gigabit serial, and Ethernet protocols with FPGAs and microprocessors.
• Knowledge of basic serial communication protocols, including UART, I2C, SPI, and 8B10B.
• Mixed-signal PCB design experience.
• Proficiency using basic test equipment, including oscilloscopes, function generators, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers.
• U.S. citizenship and an active Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Xilinx RFSoC experience and/or experience with high-speed ADCs/DACs and FPGAs.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, integrate, and test digital systems, particularly those involving FPGA technology.
• Develop Verilog, VHDL, and HDL designs for FPGAs.
• Modify and/or design special-purpose custom RFSoC boards for real-time, hardware-in-the-loop missile integration.
• Provide troubleshooting and test support as needed.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Market-leading compensation package.
• Excellent benefits.
• Work/life balance.
• Outstanding retirement plan.
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities.
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level