Electrical Engineering - 3306022 NY

Job ID: 3306022
Employment Type: Full-time
Relocation Assistance: Available
Position: Electrical Engineer – FPGA Verification
Location: Columbia, MD / Rochester, NY
Industry: Aerospace, Aviation, Defense
Job Category: Electrical Engineering

Our client, an industry leader in aerospace and defense technology, specializes in developing advanced tactical communication solutions. With a strong reputation for innovation, they are seeking experienced Digital Verification Engineers to support the verification of mission-critical radio communication systems.

Position Overview

The FPGA Verification Engineer will be responsible for testing and validating FPGA designs within an embedded systems environment. This position requires expertise in coverage-driven verification methodologies, System Verilog, and UVM test bench frameworks. The selected candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to define requirements, create verification plans, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct verification and validation of FPGA designs for embedded communication systems.
• Develop and implement verification test strategies based on system specifications.
• Create self-checking test environments using System Verilog to ensure design functionality.
• Develop test sequences, cover groups, predictors, and scoreboards for functional verification.
• Utilize directed and randomized test approaches to meet functional coverage targets.
• Collaborate with design engineers to enhance verification methodologies.
• Perform technical design reviews and present findings to stakeholders.
• Work with cross-functional teams to establish and validate design requirements.
• Maintain an active SECRET security clearance for project work.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field with a minimum of six years of relevant experience, OR
• Master’s degree with at least four years of relevant experience, OR
• A minimum of ten years of FPGA/ASIC verification experience in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Strong troubleshooting skills for FPGA firmware and hardware issues.
• Experience with Ethernet protocols and packet processing.
• Understanding of cryptographic algorithms and embedded security solutions.
• Hands-on experience with Mentor Graphics verification tools.
• Background in FPGA/ASIC RTL design.
• Proficiency in object-oriented programming languages (C , Java).
• Expertise in FPGA/ASIC verification using System Verilog.
• Familiarity with UVM/OVM methodologies.
• Experience with verification tools and functional coverage analysis.
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Bash, Perl, Python, and Tcl.
• Proficiency with Linux-based operating systems.
• Familiarity with standard interfaces including Ethernet, AXI, and SPI.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Adaptable, self-motivated, and team-oriented.

Compensation & Benefits

Bonus Eligible: No

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Health & Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Company Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Parental Leave

Additional Details

• Relocation Assistance: Yes
• Security Clearance: Active SECRET Clearance Required
• Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
• Travel Requirement: Occasional

Applications are treated with strict confidentiality. If your qualifications match the requirements, we will reach out to discuss potential opportunities. New roles are continuously opening, so we encourage qualified professionals to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $165,000.01 per year

Application Question(s):

• What locations in the USA or states are you interested in?
• 3306022 What type of compensation is desired for a new position?

Experience:

• Recent FPGA/ASIC based embedded system solutions: 10 years (Required)
• Recent Analyze and debug FPGA firmware: 1 year (Required)
• Recent knowledge of Ethernet Standard and design: 1 year (Required)
• Cryptographic algorithms and embedded communication systems: 1 year (Required)
• Recent Ethernet standards, AXI, SPI, and Linux OS: 1 year (Required)
• Recent FPGA/ASIC RTL design, verification tools, scripting: 1 year (Required)
• Recent SystemVerilog, UVM test benches: 1 year (Required)
• Recent UVM/OVM methodology: 1 year (Required)
• Recent Scripting languages (Bash, Perl, Python, Tcl): 1 year (Required)
• Recent Electrical Engineering: 10 years (Required)

Security clearance:

• Secret (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Rochester, NY 14603 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Rochester, NY 14603: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $165,000