FPGA Engineer

Job Title

FPGA Engineer

Role Summary

Design and implement high-performance FPGA architectures for electronic warfare, SIGINT, and radar systems. Work hands-on in a small, technical team to deliver reliable, mission-critical FPGA solutions deployed in defense environments.

Experience Level

Mid-level. Specific years of experience not stated.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include:

• Design FPGA architectures and IP using VHDL and Xilinx/Vivado toolflow.
• Implement and optimize DSP algorithms for real-time signal processing.
• Support system integration with EW, SIGINT, or radar subsystems.
• Perform RTL verification, synthesis, timing closure, and hardware bring-up.
• Collaborate with a small, hands-on engineering team and document designs.
• Follow secure development practices for classified or sensitive environments.

Requirements

Must-have qualifications:

• Strong FPGA design experience with Xilinx tools (Vivado) and VHDL.
• DSP design experience for real-time signal processing.
• Experience with EW, SIGINT, RADAR, or closely related technologies.
• Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.
• Able to work full-time on site at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with simulation and verification tools, IP integration, or MATLAB for algorithm development.
• Experience with board bring-up, high-speed interfaces, or hardware debugging tools.

Education Requirements

Not specified.

About the Company

Company: Aegis Search

Technical recruiting firm specializing in placing cleared candidates in defense, national security, and engineering roles, including FPGA, electronic warfare, SIGINT, and related positions.