Engineer II - FPGA Verification

Job Title

Engineer II - FPGA Verification

Role Summary

Join an FPGA verification team supporting development of high-reliability electronic systems for defense and space applications. The role verifies FPGA and SoC designs, implements SystemVerilog/UVM testbenches, and collaborates with architects, FPGA designers, and embedded software engineers across R&D and production programs.

The position reports into Space & Mission Systems and supports Tactical Solutions programs; it requires regular on-site presence (three or more days per week) with occasional travel between facilities.

Experience Level

Mid-level role. Typical requirement: at least 2 years of relevant experience in FPGA/ASIC verification or equivalent (see Education Requirements for equivalency rules).

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include design verification and delivery of reusable verification environments for FPGA/SoC projects.

• Develop and execute FPGA verification plans, test matrices, and regression suites.
• Design and implement SystemVerilog/UVM testbenches, UVM components, and constrained-random tests.
• Verify FPGA designs including soft-core processors, digital filters, image processing, and communication interfaces.
• Create reusable verification environments and unit- and system-level tests.
• Write and collect functional coverage (coverpoints, crosses) and improve coverage metrics.
• Collaborate with system architects, FPGA designers, and embedded software engineers to resolve issues.
• Maintain documentation of verification activities and results; support program schedules and deliverables.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience required for immediate contribution.

• Strong FPGA/ASIC verification methodology and hands-on verification experience.
• Proficient with SystemVerilog and UVM for verification development.
• Experience designing class-based, object-oriented constrained-random testbenches.
• Experience writing and collecting coverage; able to analyze and increase coverage of DUT.
• Familiarity with electronic circuit design, digital systems, and SoC verification concepts.
• Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to maintain a predictable on-site work schedule and to travel between sites as needed.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with ModelSim or Questa simulators and C++ OOP.
• Familiarity with Windows, Linux, and scripting (Python, TCL, Ruby).
• Experience with high-speed digital electronics, signal processing/DSP, cybersecurity, or space/military programs.

Education Requirements

BS in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 2+ years of related experience. A Master’s or PhD may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of formal education. Degrees must be from an accredited institution. (Accreditation language and equivalent-experience options are specified in the source.)

About the Company

Company: BAE Systems

Headquarters: London, United Kingdom

Global defense, aerospace and security company delivering products and services for air, land and naval forces, advanced electronics, cyber and intelligence solutions, and space and mission systems for government and commercial customers.