Sr. Advanced FPGA/Firmware Engineer
About The Position
Imagine a world-class engineering environment. Now add a team of exceptional talent along with technologies that are so advanced they're often classified. That's what you'll find at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you'll work with amazing engineers as they invent the technologies, products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. If you want the chance to lead, it's time to bring your talent to General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS). At GDMS, we provide premium systems, services, and products for the Department of Defense, government agencies and commercial clients. We are a technology leader in numerous areas including technology insertion; acoustic sensors; signal processing; combat systems; torpedoes; cyber security; knowledge management; and electronic warfare. As a Sr Advanced Onsite Support Firmware/Software Engineer for the Torpedo Systems Group, you will work with engineering teams to develop, deliver, and maintain software and firmware products. Additionally, you will be the government customer onsite and frontline engineering representative as needed and when new products are delivered to help with installation, troubleshooting issues, and assist in corrective actions across several development programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
- Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire.
- Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- FPGA design, simulation, and system architecture experience
- Strong understanding of FPGA process flows including synthesis and timing
- Proficiency in C programming, multithreaded programming, and real-time operating systems
- Hands-on experience with hardware and firmware development tools
- Version control experience, with Git preferred
- Experience with hardware troubleshooting using tools such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies
- Experience in a Linux environment
Nice To Haves
- Proven ability to troubleshoot complex hardware challenges creatively and efficiently
- Deep understanding of system architecture and FPGA engineering best practices
- Experience working across the full firmware development lifecycle from design to deployment
- Knowledge of how engineering decisions contribute to broader program and business objectives
Responsibilities
- Design and verify FPGA systems, including system simulation, testing, and optimization
- Collaborate on hardware and firmware integration in a Linux environment
- Contribute to the full development lifecycle, from design to deployment
- Troubleshoot hardware issues using industry-standard tools
- Support product installations and work directly with government customers on-site
- Develop, deliver, and maintain software and firmware products
- Act as the government customer onsite and frontline engineering representative for installation, troubleshooting, and corrective actions.
Benefits
- 401k matching
- flex time off
- paid parental leave
- healthcare benefits
- health & wellness programs
- employee resource and social groups
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
