Fpga Design Engineer

Job Description We are seeking a skilled FPGA Design Engineer to join a leading defense organization focused on developing cutting edge Electronic Warfare (EW), Infrared (IR), SATCOM, and RF systems. This role involves contributing to advanced mission critical hardware solutions and working across the full design lifecycle in a fast paced, high technology environment. The position is based in Illinois and requires an active Secret clearance. Responsibilities Design, develop and implement FPGA based digital logic for advanced defense systems. Create and optimize VHDL code for high performance real-time applications. Collaborate with cross functional engineering teams, including RF, systems, hardware and firmware. Participate in integration, testing and troubleshooting of FPGA designs in lab environments. Document design specifications, test procedures and technical reports. Ensure compliance with defense industry standards, security requirements and program objectives. Essential Skills Full lifecycle FPGA design and development experience. Expertise in VHDL. Proficiency with Xilinx, Intel or Altera FPGA toolchains. Strong digital logic fundamentals and hardware debugging skills. Ability to work in a classified environment with an active Secret clearance. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in Aerospace & Defense, SATCOM, Infrared systems or RF based technologies. Familiarity with high speed interfaces, DSP blocks or embedded processing. Understanding of system level integration in EW or RF systems. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field. Job Type & Location Contract to Hire position based out of Schaumburg, IL. Pay The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $80.00 per hour. Benefits 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) Equity & EEO Statement The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Application Deadline Position anticipated to close on Jun 25, 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr Actalent