Advanced ASIC FPGA Engineer

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Fully proficient understanding of ASIC/FPGA engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• Fully proficient in the principles and techniques of ASIC/FPGA design including FPGA-to-ASIC conversion
• Strong proficiency in VHDL for digital design and simulation
• Hands-on experience with Microsemi and/or Xilinx FPGA platforms
• Fully proficient with Vivado, Libero, Mentor, and/or Cadence EDA tools
• Hardware integration experience with lab tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG debuggers)
• Fully proficient knowledge of other related disciplines including PCB/circuit board design
• Ability to mentor others through complex technical processes
• Keeps abreast of technology trends in ASIC/FPGA and semiconductor design
• Grasps and applies new information quickly
• Fully proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to recognize and clearly report information relevant to sound ASIC/FPGA design
• Fully proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to think creatively and multi-task effectively
• Fully proficient skill in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions
• Working knowledge of earned value concepts and Cost Account Management (CAM) as they relate to program execution
• Frequent contact with project leaders, internal work groups, external customers, and vendors
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Required Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in VHDL for digital design and simulation
• Hands-on experience with Microsemi and/or Xilinx FPGA development
• Proficiency with Vivado, Libero, Mentor, and/or Cadence EDA tools
• Hardware integration experience with lab tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG debuggers)
• Ability to mentor others through technical processes
• Ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance within 18 months
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field plus a minimum of 5 years relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years relevant experience

• Active DoD Security Clearance
• ASIC design or tape-out experience
• PCB/circuit board design background
• FPGA-to-ASIC conversion experience
• Experience with project cost and schedule awareness in a program environment

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range USD $128,854.00 - USD $142,947.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency.

We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!