Job Title: FPGA Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced FPGA Design Engineer to join our dynamic and growing team. This role involves developing firmware and/or FPGA architectures based on high-level requirements, conducting target device trade studies, and generating firmware documentation. The successful candidate will design HDL-based digital circuits, build test benches, and verify target device functionality in a laboratory environment. This is an exciting opportunity with tremendous growth potential leading to a Chief Engineer position and ultimately to becoming an Engineering Fellow.

Responsibilities

• Develop firmware and/or FPGA architectures based on high-level requirements.
• Conduct target device trade studies, recommendations, and selection.
• Generate firmware requirements based on the system architecture.
• Generate firmware documentation that describes the firmware architecture.
• Design HDL-based digital circuits that are structured and readable.
• Build test benches to verify/test the HDL-based design.
• Generate constraints for the target device.
• Create scripts to automate build, integration, and test activities.
• Verify target device functionality in a laboratory environment.

Essential Skills

• Experience with Xilinx hardware, FPGA, and VHDL.
• Proficiency in digital circuit design, firmware development, and PWB (Printed Wiring Board).
• Knowledge of digital circuit design, analog circuit design, RF, and CCA (Circuit Card Assembly).
• BS Degree in an Engineering-related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in digital circuit design, including design, implementation, test, and debug of digital circuit cards with FPGA’s, ADC’s, and DAC’s that interface with RF components.
• Proficient in hands-on troubleshooting and debugging of hardware with standard test equipment.
• Experience with high-speed interfaces for memories, FPGA’s, and processors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with circuit card assembly, final assembly, and test manufacturing processes.

Work Environment

The role is based in a lab setting at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. This site is now labeled under Collins Aerospace as of 2024. You will work with advanced technologies and equipment, contributing to projects that drive a safer, more connected world.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $62.50/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 fully onsite position in Aberdeen Proving Ground,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 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 : $40 - $63