Job Title: FPGA Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer with experience in DO-254 for a top Aerospace client. The ideal candidate will have navigated the DO-254 process at least once in their career, meeting with entities such as the FAA and Transportation Authority. The role involves exploring high-level concepts of the DO-254 Design Assurance Guidance, focusing on safety-related concepts, requirements traceability, design assurance levels, and overall DO-254-compliant flow.

Responsibilities

• Develop firmware using VHDL.
• Engage with the DO-254 Certification Process.
• Create verification test-benches to simulate firmware code using tools such as Siemens Modelsim/Questa, Synopsys VCS, or equivalent.
• Utilize FPGA design skills with software tools like Xilinx Vivado, Microsemi Libero, Intel Quartus, and Synplify.
• Perform FPGA timing closure, power estimation, and pin assignments.
• Debug hardware and firmware issues using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators.
• Work independently on firmware development tasks.
• Follow established firmware development best practices.
• Develop firmware in both Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Document moderately complex engineering designs.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Organize work efficiently and manage multiple tasks.
• Collaborate effectively within a team environment.

Essential Skills

• Firmware development experience using VHDL.
• Experience with DO-254 Certification Process.
• Ability to create verification test-benches using simulation tools.
• FPGA design skills with various synthesis tools.
• Capability to perform FPGA timing closure and power estimation.
• Hardware and firmware debugging skills.
• Independent working capability on development tasks.
• Adherence to best practices in firmware development.
• Proficiency in both Windows and Linux OS environments.
• Experience in documenting engineering designs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team and multitask.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Design and electrical hardware design experience.
• Aerospace engineering background.
• Experience in aerospace defense.
• Knowledge of Siemens NX.

Work Environment

The work environment is casual and central, supporting locations in CT and partnering with other states. The company values employee-driven events and offers bonus incentives. The role provides an opportunity to support a broad portfolio of aviation and industrial components, collaborating with OEMs and operators of commercial, regional, business, and military aircraft worldwide. Based in West Hartford, CT, the company is a leading independent aerospace system supplier with approximately 500 employees, offering great benefits.