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Staff FPGA Digital Engineer - 5

Northrop GrummanChandler, AZFull-time$108,200.00 - $162,400.00

This engineer will support the Electro-Optics organization within the Launch Vehicles business by developing and integrating FPGA logic for imaging and I/O functions. Responsibilities include creating HDL modules, managing FPGA builds and constraints, developing verification environments, and debugging designs through simulation and hardware testing. The position works across hardware, software, and algorithm teams to solve complex integration and performance issues while maintaining rigorous engineering standards. It also includes presenting technical results, maintaining design records, and guiding less experienced engineers. This opportunity suits an experienced FPGA/SoC specialist with strong AMD Xilinx expertise, advanced verification skills, and an interest in high-reliability aerospace and defense systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of relevant experience, or equivalent advanced degree and experienceAbility to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret clearanceAdvanced VHDL or Verilog FPGA/SoC development experienceExtensive AMD Xilinx FPGA/SoC experience, including constraints and static timing analysisExperience with Ethernet, PCIe, AXI4, UART, and SDLC interfacesProficiency with Questa/ModelSim, hardware debugging, and OSVVM or UVM
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