Senior ASIC Design and Development Engineer

Senior ASIC Design and Development Engineer Job Title: Senior ASIC Design and Development Engineer Location: On-Site - Dallas, TX Employment Type: Contract (9 months+) Industry: Defense & Aerospace Compensation: Up to $127/hr Schedule: 9x80, 1st shift About the Opportunity: Acara is currently seeking a Senior ASIC Design and Development Engineer for our client, a leading organization in the defense and aerospace sector. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team while developing your professional expertise. The ideal candidate will have experience in SoC/CPU/GPU architecture, AXI interconnects, high-speed interfaces, and high bandwidth techniques . What You'll Do: Lead FPGA design efforts across the full lifecycle—including simulation, synthesis, timing closure, verification, and system integration Design and develop advanced digital (and optical) hardware systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and manufacturability Translate customer requirements into innovative, cost-effective engineering solutions and system architectures Own technical execution—delivering projects on time and within budget while resolving complex engineering challenges Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, supply chain, program management, and customers to drive successful outcomes Contribute to new business initiatives by developing technical concepts, supporting proposals, and engaging with customer design teams Mentor and support fellow engineers, providing technical guidance and fostering a high-performing team environment Why You'll Love Working Here: Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates Why This Opportunity is Exciting: This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance—where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally. Job Requirements What You'll Bring: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on RTL design experience Minimum of 5 years of experience with Verilog / System Verilog Minimum of 5 years of experience with SoC/CPU/GPU architecture, AXI interconnects, high-speed interfaces, and high bandwidth techniques Minimum of 5 years of experience with design verification and functional coverage methodologies, including UVM What Sets You Apart: 10 years of hands‑on RTL design experience Knowledge and significant experience in multiple engineering disciplines Ability to lead major problem resolution efforts and support regaining or attaining customer partner status Additional Information: Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Acara Solutions Internal