Lead Firmware Engineer Jobs

Lead Firmware EngineerSystem Development Division (SDD) is focused on delivering National Defense capabilities by driving mission-focused strategies to develop advanced technology systems enabling enduring products and solutions focused on achieving the customer vision. Our programs deliver sustainable, reliable, and cost-efficient capabilities focused on end-customer needs that function in operationally relevant environments and timeframes. SDD considers the entire lifecycle of the solution, from conceptualization and architecting, through development to deployment, while leveraging novel technologies to deliver first-of-a-kind systems. SDD is seeking a Lead Firmware Engineer to implement complex system algorithms and interfaces in FPGAs for Radar and EW systems. Applicable projects span all levels of maturity from initial concept generation through design, prototype, development, test, and transition to production. In this role, you will implement, test, and verify designs through simulation and lab test. These FPGA designs could include signal processing across very wide bands, high data rate interfaces, serial interfaces, and complex control logic. Additionally, you will support the effort to evaluate current and future system capabilities, identify improved applications and techniques, and ultimately recommend solutions. This position requires skills in working with multidisciplinary teams, supporting development and test activities, as well as technical proficiency in relevant technologies. Strong interpersonal, communication, and technical skills are also required. Applicants are expected to be self-motivated, detail oriented and have a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management and individual contributors on the program team through strong written and verbal communication skills.What you will do:Mapping system-level requirements and objectives to FPGA specificationsValidating designs with simulation and verification techniques before hardware integrationParticipating in FPGA development process improvementSupporting full life cycle of development and integration of FPGA firmware into hardware systemsCreating and maintaining design documentation and test plansDelivering technical briefings to a range of internal and external stakeholdersCoordinating with program managers and technical leads to manage task schedules and budgetsProviding mentorship to more junior engineers to accelerate their technical and professional developmentBuilding and maintaining high-performing and empowered technical teamsWho you are:This position requires the ability to obtain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. GovernmentBachelor's degree and at least 7 years of applicable experience, a Master's degree and at least 5 years of applicable experience, or PhD and at least 2 years of applicable experience. Equivalent experience will be considered.Experience with FPGA and SoC design entry using Verilog or VHDLExperience with design flow for Xilinx and/or Intel FPGAsExperience with simulation tools such as ModelSim/Questa, VCS, or IncisiveDemonstrated desire to successfully pursue new challenges, improve and broaden technical skills, seek greater responsibilities, and increase individual value to the organizationCapable of effectively working in a team environment, often under tight deadlinesNice to Haves:Active Security Clearance at the Secret or Top Secret levelProficient with Xilinx or Altera SoC platformsProficient with FPGA or ASIC RTL design entryStrong background and experience with industry best practices and version controlProficient with complex timing closureExperience with Matlab, Python, or C/C++Experience with interfacing to high speed DACs and ADCsExperience with Digital Signal ProcessingUnderstanding of RF Systems, specifically radar or EWPay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $173,000 - $238,000 The salary range listed is based on external market data. Final offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.