Senior Principal II Engineer — FPGA Design

Job Title

Senior Principal II Engineer — FPGA Design

Role Summary

Lead FPGA and SoC design efforts for space and high-reliability electronic systems. Work with cross-functional teams to architect, develop, integrate, and verify digital IP, FPGA cores, and embedded processor systems across R&D and production programs.

Provide technical leadership, set roadmaps, and ensure delivery of robust designs using industry-standard FPGA toolflows.

Experience Level

Senior — typically requires 10+ years of related experience; technical leadership in FPGA design is expected.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include system architecture, FPGA development, and team/technical leadership.

• Architect and lead complex FPGA/SoC designs, including digital partitioning and IP integration.
• Develop RTL (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog) and integrate digital filters, image processing, and communication interfaces.
• Use Xilinx/AMD toolflows (Vivado, Vitis) and simulation/verification tools (ModelSim/QuestaSim) to implement and verify designs.
• Define requirements, perform flow-down, and produce technical documentation and design reviews.
• Provide technical roadmaps, mentor engineers, and lead cross-functional collaboration.
• Support R&D, proof-of-concept, and production efforts; maintain predictable work schedule and on-site engagement.
• Perform other duties as needed to meet program objectives.

Requirements

Key must-have skills and qualifications, followed by preferred skills.

• Must-have: Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Must-have: 10+ years of relevant FPGA/digital systems experience and demonstrated technical leadership in FPGA design.
• Must-have: Proficiency in VHDL/Verilog and SystemVerilog; RTL design and verification experience.
• Must-have: Experience with Xilinx/AMD Vivado and Vitis; Mentor ModelSim/QuestaSim or equivalent simulators.
• Must-have: Experience with FPGA SoC architectures, IP integration, and digital system partitioning.
• Must-have: Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Nice-to-have: Experience with UVM/OVM verification methodologies, high-speed interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet), signal processing/DSP, cybersecurity topics, Mentor HyperLynx for SI analysis, and space or aerospace program experience.

Education Requirements

BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required; a Master’s or PhD may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of formal education. Degrees should be from accredited institutions; equivalent practical experience is acknowledged.

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.