Job Title: Firmware Engineer

Job Description

Under guidance from higher staff, implement algorithms and interfaces in FPGAs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand system requirements and specifications as they relate to assigned tasking. Create and maintain design documentation and test plans. Near-term tasking may be related to RF systems for airborne applications, but you may be tasked on other applications as needed.

Responsibilities

• Implement algorithms and interfaces in FPGAs under guidance from staff.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand system requirements and specifications.
• Create and maintain design documentation and test plans.
• Support the design, development, and implementation of real-time processing solutions in software for advanced multi-function Radar systems.
• Design and implement digital signal processing over the complete signal processing chain for radar applications in various operational environments.
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams on design, development, and test activities.
• Prepare and deliver briefings, and participate in technical reviews (SRRs, PDRs, CDRs, TIMS).

Essential Skills

• Experience with FPGA and SoC design entry using Verilog or VHDL.
• Experience with design flow for Xilinx and/or Intel FPGAs.
• Proficiency with simulation tools such as ModelSim/Questa, VCS, or Incisive.
• Demonstrated experience in delivery of advanced development hardware.
• Ability to effectively work in a team environment, often under tight deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of applicable experience; Master’s degree and at least 3 years of applicable experience; or PhD. Equivalent experience will be considered.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Understanding of and experience with RF systems and their principles of design, development, requirements verification, test planning, test execution, and data analysis.
• Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: radar systems, electronic warfare, microwave engineering, analog and digital signal processing, embedded software development, physics modeling and simulation.
• Experience with Matlab, Python, or C/C .
• Experience with interfacing to high speed DACs and ADCs.
• Experience with Digital Signal Processing.

Work Environment

Flexible work-life balance with a hybrid option. Must be able to commute to the office as needed for program requirements. Locations include Woburn, MA, Dayton, OH, Arlington, VA, or Melbourne, FL. The company culture emphasizes delivering National Defense capabilities through advanced technology systems, ensuring sustainable, reliable, and cost-efficient solutions that meet customer needs.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $160000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Woburn,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 18, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $120,000 - $160,000