Senior FPGA Design Engineer

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company • Simsbury, CT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense (EBAD) is seeking a talented Senior FPGA Design Engineer to join our innovative Product Design team in Simsbury, CT. This role offers the opportunity to design cutting-edge FPGA solutions for mission-critical defense projects, contributing to national security. This role drives the full lifecycle of FPGA development—from concept to verification- in a collaborative, dynamic environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering , Computer Engineering, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in relevant FPGA design and development
• Proficiency with at least one FPGA design tool(e.g., Vivado, Quartus, Libero, or Diamond).
• Knowledge of FPGA architectures (e.g., Microchip, Xilinx, Altera/Intel, Lattice).
• Experience with synthesis, timing analysis, and design optimization.
• Familiarity with diagnostic tools (e.g., logic analyzers, oscilloscopes) for FPGA debugging.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to thrive in a team environment.
• Strong Mentoring and Coaching Skills
• Eligible for DoD Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Verification and Validating FPGA Requirements.
• Familiarity with risk analysis concepts (e.g., FMECA, fault tree analysis).
• Experience in analog, digital, or mixed signal design.
• Experience with schematic capture/PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer).
• Knowledge of defense or safety standards (e.g., DOD, SAE, IEEE, IPC, RCC-319, JOTP-51).
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, TCL) for automation.
• Experience with MATLAB , LabVIEW, or SPICE (e.g. Multisim, PSpice, LTspice).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Design and Develop FPGA solutions with VHDL or Verilog, including simulation models and documentation.
• Conduct trade studies to optimize FPGA resource utilization, performance, and power efficiency.
• Perform synthesis, place-and-route, and timing analysis using tools like Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, or similar.
• Verifying functional and timing requirements using simulation tools(e.g., ModelSim, QuestaSim).
• Validate hardware implementation using lab equipment (e.g., Logic Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators).
• Collaborate with customers and teams to define requirements, interfaces, and specifications.
• Derive and allocate system requirements to FPGA designs, ensuring technical compliance.

Benefits

• Impactful Work: Shape national security through innovative defense technology.
• Career Growth: Access training and clear paths to senior roles.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with a dynamic team to solve complex challenges.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive benefits, potential relocation assistance, and a supportive workplace in Simsbury, CT.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees