Principal FPGA Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description JOB SUMMARY:
BAE Systems’ Electronic Combat Solutions is seeking a talented Principal FPGA Design Engineer experienced in the design, development and implementation of FPGA’s for the Defense sector, radar-based applications experience is advantageous. Experience in the design of control-path, data-path and/or signal processing is desired. Successful candidates will be a part of the FPGA development process and own their FPGA design from the conceptual stage, through the specification, micro-architecture, FPGA design and VHDL coding and verification stages, through integration and test in the lab. This role is based in our Austin, TX facility.
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Electronic Combat Solutions Hardware Engineering Group is looking for a Principal Digital FPGA Design Engineer to support FPGA designs through all phases of development.
The ideal candidate is expected to perform activities including assisting in requirements generation and design architecture, as well as ownership of RTL coding, synthesis, basic test bench development, lab testing, and product support.
There are multiple growth paths for the individual, technically or otherwise - Technical Lead on future programs, Technical Subject Matter Expert, Control Account Manager, or Functional Manager.
**Pursuant to a specific US Government contract, this position requires US Citizenship with the ability to obtain a minimum of Secret Clearance**Required Education, Experience, & Skills •Current Security Clearance (Secret), or eligible to obtain one
•Experience in FPGA (preferred) or ASIC Design / Development, including:
Ability to distill higher level requirements into micro-architecture
VHDL (preferred) or Verilog HDL coding
Experience with digital design tools and simulators
Experience with designer-level test bench (VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog)
Familiarity with revision control (git, cvs, clearcase, etc.)
Familiarity with static timing analysis
Experience in the use of FPGA internal logic analyzer (ILA/chipscope/signaltap)
•Strong debug and problem solving skills
•Strong written and oral communication skills
•Self-starter and a good team player
•Ability to mentor and willingness to be mentored
•Experience in and willingness for lab testingPreferred Education, Experience, & Skills •Experience with Xilinx ISE/Vivado or Altera Quartus tools
•Familiarity with revision control (git, cvs, clearcase, etc.) tools
•Working knowledge of internal logic analyzer (ILA/chipscope/signaltap)
•Experience with DSP fundamentals and FPGA implementation
•Experience with Matlab/Simulink
•Experience dealing with legacy designs
•Experience in hardware design and hands-on lab debug is a plus
•Working understanding of Radar systems is a plus
•Experience working in UVM/System Verilog testing environment
•Experience with generating scripts (Perl, Tcl, Python)
•Working knowledge of C/C++
•Experience with high speed ADC/DAC interface, SERDES, PCIe, DDR2/3/4
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve. At BAE Systems, we celebrate the array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strength. We’re laser-focused on high performance, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also enjoy work-life balance, uncover new experiences, and collaborate with passionate colleagues.