Aeronix · 2 days ago
Senior FPGA Design Engineer
Melbourne, FL, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$120K/yr - $150K/yr
10+ years expAeronix is seeking a Senior FPGA Design Engineer to develop high-speed FPGA solutions. The role involves leading FPGA development from architecture to production, collaborating with hardware and software teams, and mentoring junior engineers.
ElectronicsInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead full life-cycle FPGA development, from requirements and architecture through RTL implementation (Verilog/VHDL), verification, and system integration across multiple FPGA families
Define and document FPGA architecture, including block diagrams, clocking strategies, and trade-off analyses; participate in and conduct design reviews
Develop robust, reusable, and self-checking testbenches; implement functional coverage models and achieve code coverage closure
Create and execute detailed test plans, procedures, and reports; ensure verification rigor and traceability
Collaborate with hardware and software teams to integrate FPGA designs at the board and system level; support lab bring-up, debug, and qualification testing
Implement and validate JTAG boundary scan and other DFT features; ensure compliance with design-for-test and reliability standards
Drive continuous improvement in design practices, coding standards, and verification methodologies; mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical reviews
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in FPGA design
Strong proficiency in RTL design using Verilog/VHDL, including custom implementations beyond vendor IP integration
Strong experience in testbench development, functional coverage, and verification of complex FPGA designs
Proficient with FPGA simulation and synthesis tools (e.g., QuestaSim, ModelSim, Riviera-PRO, Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus)
Proficiency of FPGA architecture and optimization techniques for timing closure, floor-planning, and resource utilization
Ability to perform FPGA power estimation and analysis using vendor tools and optimize designs for power and thermal constraints
Strong understanding of high-speed interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet, Serial RapidIO, DDRx) and control protocols (I²C, SPI, RS-232/422)
Experience with System-on-Chip technologies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
US Person required; ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
Preferred
Proficiency in FPGA Block Design development and debugging (e.g., Vivado, Libero)
Familiarity with Universal Verification Methodology (UVM)
Familiarity with Microsemi Libero and Lattus Diamond
Familiarity with revision control systems (Git/Bitbucket) and scripting in Python, TCL, or Linux shell for automation
Skilled in FPGA lab validation using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers
Support JTAG Boundary scan design and testing
Experience with Cryptography, Digital Signal Processing and RF Applications
MATLAB modeling
Strong oral and written communication skills, with ability to document and present technical work clearly
Experience collaborating in Agile environments and using tools like Jira and requirements management systems (e.g., Jama)
Familiarity with Manufacturing processes, and Electronic Stress Screening
Understanding of formal verification processes and compliance standards
Company
Aeronix
Aeronixis a defense & space company providing military communication systems and electronics development services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Steve Iezzi
Chief Technology Officer
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