Fpga Engineer

FPGA Engineer

We are seeking a talented FPGA Engineer to be responsible for FPGA development from concept through to production. This includes architecture definition, design, simulation, and verification, with a focus on developing low-power high-speed interfaces for imaging payloads.

Responsibilities:

• Define and develop FPGA architecture and design.
• Perform simulation and verification of designs.
• Develop low-power high-speed interfaces for imaging payloads.
• Conduct system simulation, synthesis, and perform resource and power utilization analysis.
• Execute place and route, timing analysis, verification, and integration.
• Debug and integrate hardware using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and multimeters.

Essential Skills:

• Expertise in FPGA development using VHDL or Verilog.
• 10+ years of experience in Digital Design / FPGA development.
• Experience with space flight hardware and image processing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience with space flight hardware is highly desirable.
• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance; having an active clearance is a plus.

Work Environment:

You will be supporting and potentially leading the architecture of imaging payloads. The role directly supports programs aimed at developing missile warning, tracking, and defense systems. The work environment involves cutting-edge technology supporting the US Space Force Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture, which includes a constellation of small satellites providing missile warning, secure global communications, positioning, navigation, timing, and tactical data transport and targeting support.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract position based out of Cypress, CA.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $106.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Cypress, CA.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.

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