FPGA Firmware Design Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•El Segundo, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. xLab is responsible for building and operating advanced prototypes at Aerospace by developing concepts to hard problems and then taking those concepts through the full development cycle to deliver cutting edge capabilities to our customers. The Sensors and Systems Division within xLab is looking for an experienced Field-Programmable Gate Array ( FPGA) Firmware Design Engineer (Senior Member of Technical Staff/Engineering Specialist - Embedded Software Engineering ) that can lead teams to develop next generation technology prototypes .

Requirements

Minimum Requirements for Senior Member of Technical Staff - Embedded Software Engineering: Bachelor’s degree or higher STEM field
4+ years of experience in prototype or technology development in embedded systems and FPGA development
Experience with VHDL programming language, VHDL code simulation/validation, FPGA synthesis and implementation (timing, power, area, constraints)
Experience in FPGA design tools such as: Xilinx Vivado, Microsemi Libero or equivalent
Current Secret security clearance, which is issued by the US government. US citizenship is required
Willing to travel domestically as needed
In addition to the requirements above, the minimum requirements for Engineering Specialist - Embedded Software Engineering include: 6+ years of total experience in prototype or technology development in embedded systems and FPGA development

Nice To Haves

Experience with high-speed digital design (<1Ghz)
Familiarity with System on Chip (SoC) design, test and integration
Experience instantiating Microchip and/or Xilinx Zynq soft-core IP processors
Familiarity with standard electrical interfaces: RS232/RS422 (UART), SPI, i2C, USB, ethernet, SpaceWire, eSATA, and/or PCIe
Hardware debugging skills & experience with power supplies, signal generators, oscilloscopes and/or logic analyzers
Current TS/SCI security clearance

Responsibilities

Architecting, coding, simulating, and verifying complex digital logic for FPGAs in VHDL
Connecting FPGAs with other components and ensuring system-level performance
Working with board designers to ensure proper schematic design, layout, routing for the circuit board
Using lab equipment for board bring-up, characterization, and resolving timing/signal integrity issues as well as testing and debugging
Creating detailed technical specs, design reviews, and collaborating with other technical and program office teams

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect