Senior FPGA Design Engineer — Nashua, NH at BAE Systems

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems delivers a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, and information technology solutions. Our mission is simple yet profound: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®." From detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers, our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today.

Drawing strength from our differences, we are innovating for the future. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. At BAE Systems, you will find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, using your passion and ingenuity to defend national security with breakthrough technology and superior products.

About the Team

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, making an impact for our customers and the communities we serve.

The Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) Hardware Engineering Group is looking for a Senior FPGA Digital Design Engineer to support FPGA designs through all phases of development. We are a cohesive team environment interested in individuals who enjoy a variety of challenges across a variety of products.

About the Role

In this role, you will partner with a team of engineers to evolve how defense electronics are designed and deployed. You will own the lifecycle of FPGA designs, from assisting in high-level architecture to taking ownership of RTL coding, synthesis, place and route, and timing closure. Your day-to-day will involve developing basic test benches, conducting lab testing, providing product support, and ensuring FPGA security.

This position offers the chance to hone your skills on a team making a big impact on a global scale. You will work on a variety of challenges, utilizing your strong debug and problem-solving skills to support the development of the latest technology. Whether you are mentoring others or being mentored, you will be part of a culture that values self-starters and strong communication.

Hiring Process & Application

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled or a qualified pool of candidates is identified. If you are an individual that enjoys a cohesive team environment and is interested in a variety of challenges, we are interested in hearing from you. Come build your career with BAE Systems.

Equal Opportunity Employer

BAE Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Work location

Work model: On-site

23, Fowell Avenue, Ward 6, Nashua, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, 03060, United States

Nashua, New Hampshire

Key Responsibilities

check_circleAssist in FPGA design architecture development
check_circleOwn RTL coding using VHDL or Verilog HDL
check_circlePerform synthesis, place and route, and timing closure
check_circleDebug designs using internal logic analyzers
check_circleImplement FPGA security measures
check_circleDevelop basic test benches for FPGA verification
check_circleConduct lab testing and provide product support

Requirements

verifiedCurrent Security Clearance (Secret) or eligible to obtain one
verified4+ years of relevant experience with bachelor's degree
verifiedVHDL or Verilog HDL coding
verifiedExperience with digital design tools and simulators
verifiedExperience with clock domain crossing techniques
verifiedExperience with designer-level test bench (VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog)
verifiedFamiliarity with revision control (GIT, CVS, Clearcase, Subversion, etc.)
verifiedFamiliarity with static timing analysis tools and timing closure
verifiedWorking knowledge of internal logic analyzer (ILA/chipscope/signaltap)

Nice to Have

Experience with DSP fundamentals and FPGA implementation, Matlab/Simulink, legacy designs, hardware design and hands-on lab debug, Xilinx Vivado or Intel/Altera Quartus, digital simulations with Modelsim/QuestaSim, script generation (Perl, Tcl, Python, shell, etc.), UVM/SystemVerilog, Radar systems, Video/IR processing systems, stepper motor control, C/C++, high speed ADC/DAC interfaces, SERDES, and PCIe.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleHealth, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleHealth savings accountscheck_circle401(k) savings plancheck_circleDisability coverageLife and accident insurance

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: VHDL, Verilog HDL, Systemverilog, Git, CVS, Clearcase, Subversion, Static Timing Analysis, Ila, Chipscope.

Education: Bachelor's degree required with 4+ years experience.

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Day-to-day, the Senior FPGA Design Engineer with Security Clearance at BAE Systems will assist in fpga design architecture development; own rtl coding using vhdl or verilog hdl; perform synthesis, place and route, and timing closure; and debug designs using internal logic analyzers.

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BAE Systems is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Current Security Clearance (Secret) or eligible to obtain one; 4+ years of relevant experience with bachelor's degree; VHDL or Verilog HDL coding; Experience with digital design tools and simulators; Experience with clock domain crossing techniques; and Experience with designer-level test bench (VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog).

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Senior FPGA Design Engineer with Security Clearance at BAE Systems is based in 23, Fowell Avenue, Ward 6, Nashua, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, 03060, United States. This is a on-site role.

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BAE Systems has listed this Senior FPGA Design Engineer with Security Clearance role as on-site.

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Senior FPGA Design Engineer with Security Clearance at BAE Systems typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.

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Key skills for Senior FPGA Design Engineer with Security Clearance at BAE Systems include VHDL; Verilog HDL; Systemverilog; Git; CVS; Clearcase; Subversion; and Static Timing Analysis.

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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree required with 4+ years experience.

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Senior FPGA Design Engineer with Security Clearance