Senior FPGA Verification Engineer

Job Title

Senior FPGA Verification Engineer

Role Summary

Verify and validate complex FPGA SoC designs for space and high-reliability electronic systems. Work within a cross-functional team of electrical and FPGA engineers across the product lifecycle to develop verification environments, testbenches, and documentation.

BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems provides national defense and civil space solutions.

Experience Level

Senior-level. The posting indicates an experienced hire (guidance: 4+ years of related experience as specified by the employer).

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute verification plans and testbenches for FPGA SoC designs (digital filters, image processing, communication interfaces, SOC architectures).
• Create and maintain simulation and verification environments using HDL and verification methodologies.
• Support verification using AMD (Xilinx) tools and vendor IP.
• Integrate verification with embedded processors and system-level test scenarios.
• Collaborate with design, systems, and test teams to flow down requirements and resolve issues.
• Document verification results, issues, and design verification status.
• Maintain regular, predictable on-site presence and safe work practices in labs, production floors, or cleanrooms as required.
• Perform other duties as required to support program objectives.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and attributes:

• Practical FPGA verification experience and familiarity with HDL-based verification workflows.
• Proficiency in VHDL and/or Verilog and SystemVerilog.
• Experience with FPGA design tools and vendor toolchains.
• Background in electronic systems or embedded systems and high-speed digital electronics.
• Ability to interpret and flow down system/subsystem/board requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with Xilinx Vivado/Vitis, Mentor ModelSim/QuestaSim.
• Familiarity with OVM/UVM verification methodologies.
• Experience with high-speed interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet) and signal-integrity tools (HyperLynx).
• Knowledge of DSP/signal-processing algorithms and cybersecurity topics.
• Previous experience in space, aerospace, or other high-reliability applications.

Education Requirements

BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required. Each higher-level degree (Master's, Ph.D.) may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of formal education. Degree should be from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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.