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Silvus Technologies

FPGA Design Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$132K - $181K/yr

FPGA Design Engineers are responsible for the efficient implementation of novel signal processing algorithms for Silvus' MIMO wireless networking products. In addition, they participate in the ...

QUANTUM COMPUTING, INC.

FPGA Design Engineer

Hoboken, NJ · On-site +1

$119K - $147K/yr

FPGA Design Engineer Location: Hoboken, NJ Division : Technology Department: Engineering About Us: Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics company that ...

SAAZ Micro Inc

FPGA Design Engineer

Camarillo, CA

$125K - $173K/yr

... commercial, aerospace, defense, and scientific applications. The ideal candidate has strong ... design or embedded hardware engineering. Provenexpertisein: * FPGA development using VHDL or ...

SAAZ Micro Inc.

$90K - $125K/yr

... commercial, aerospace, defense, and scientific applications. The ideal candidate has strong ... design or embedded hardware engineering. * Proven expertise in: * FPGA development using VHDL or ...

SAAZ Micro Inc

FPGA Design Engineer

Camarillo, CA · On-site

$125K - $173K/yr

... commercial, aerospace, defense, and scientific applications. The ideal candidate has strong ... in camera system design or embedded hardware engineering. • Proven expertise in: * FPGA ...

Cedarparktexasedc

FPGA Design Engineer III

Cedar Park, TX · On-site

$115K - $159K/yr

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to ... SUMMARY Firefly is seeking an experienced FPGA RTL Design Engineer with 3+ years of direct ...

Reliable Robotics

FPGA Design Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$185K - $245K/yr

We are a team of mission-driven engineers with experience across aerospace, robotics and self-driving cars working to make this future a reality. As an FPGA Design Engineer at Reliable Robotics you ...

Reliable Robotics

FPGA Design Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$145K - $199K/yr

We are a team of mission-driven engineers with experience across aerospace, robotics and self-driving cars working to make this future a reality. As an FPGA Design Engineer at Reliable Robotics you ...

Silvus Technologies

FPGA Design Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

FPGA Design Engineers are responsible for the efficient implementation of novel signal processing algorithms for Silvus' MIMO wireless networking products. In addition, they participate in the ...

Simtechinc

FPGA Design Engineer, Mid-Level

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$117K - $161K/yr

FPGA Design Engineer, Mid-Level Overview SimTech, Inc., recognized as one of the 2026 Best Places ... Design, develop, integrate, and test FPGA-based digital systems for aerospace, defense, and ...

Astrion

$40 - $54/hr

Overview Electrical & FPGA Design Engineer LOCATION: Kennedy Space Center, FL JOB STATUS: Full-time ... Demonstrated technical leadership on complex aerospace or spaceflight hardware programs.

Ursa Major

Staff FPGA Design Engineer

Berthoud, CO · On-site

$123K - $169K/yr

The future of aerospace and defense starts here. Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how ... As a Staff Electrical Engineer, you will work with cross-functional design and development teams to ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for aerospace fpga design engineer in the United States is $147,056.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $123,000.00 and $169,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an aerospace FPGA design engineer?

Aerospace FPGA Design Engineers are specialized professionals who design, develop, and implement Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) for aerospace applications. They create digital hardware solutions used in aircraft, satellites, spacecraft, and other aerospace systems, ensuring reliability, performance, and compliance with industry safety standards. Their responsibilities include writing hardware description language (HDL) code, testing and verifying FPGA designs, and collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams. They play a critical role in advancing avionics, communication, and control systems within the aerospace sector.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an aerospace FPGA design engineer?

To thrive as an Aerospace FPGA Design Engineer, a solid background in digital logic design, VHDL/Verilog programming, and a degree in electrical or computer engineering are crucial. Familiarity with FPGA development tools like Xilinx Vivado or Intel Quartus, as well as relevant certifications (e.g., Xilinx Certified Engineer), is commonly required. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving, and effective teamwork are highly valued soft skills in this role. These competencies enable engineers to deliver reliable, high-performance FPGA solutions critical for aerospace applications where safety and precision are paramount.

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Aerospace FPGA Design Engineers often encounter challenges related to meeting stringent safety, reliability, and certification requirements for flight-critical systems. Designing for radiation tolerance, minimizing power consumption, and ensuring deterministic behavior are essential in aerospace environments. Additionally, engineers must collaborate closely with systems, hardware, and verification teams to integrate designs successfully and perform thorough validation and testing. Staying current with evolving industry standards like DO-254 is also crucial for success in this field.

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FPGA Design Engineer

Irvine, CA • On-site

Silvus Technologies
Wireless Telecommunications Carriers • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Silvus Technologiesexternal

$132K - $181K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

THE OPPORTUNITY

Silvus is seeking a FPGA Design Engineer who will report to the Director of FPGA Engineering on the FPGA Engineering team. The successful individual in this role participates in all aspects of the research and development process from concept to field deployment.  FPGA Design Engineers are responsible for the efficient implementation of novel signal processing algorithms for Silvus' MIMO wireless networking products. In addition, they participate in the support and development of FPGA-based designs for our advanced wireless systems R&D.  These are exciting projects aimed at addressing challenging real-world communication needs. 

This position is 100% onsite, Monday through Friday, at Silvus Technologies' Engineering and R&D Office in Irvine, CA, near the vibrant Irvine Spectrum.

The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion. 

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Digital design architecting for wireless communication projects.
  • Fixed point design of signal processing blocks while working with systems engineers.
  • RTL coding, simulation, and test bench development.
  • FPGA synthesis and timing closure.
  • Hardware verification and troubleshooting; familiarity with logic analyzers.
  • Provide support to the RF and Software Engineering teams.
  • Perform other related duties of which the above are representative.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields plus a minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience in FPGA design; OR an advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields
  • Proven expertise working with multiple clock-domain, high-utilization FPGA designs.
  • Experience with Xilinx FPGAs, SoCs, and the Vivado IDE.
  • Experience with tcl or python.
  • Must be U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.
  • All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE).
  • Demonstrated experience with fixed point binary arithmetic, and digital signal processing designs.
  • Experience using MATLAB.
  • Experience with communication systems on FPGA or ASIC designs.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Office environment.
  • Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:
    • Lift equipment up to 20 lbs. for the set-up of demonstrations and testing.
    • Perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves.
    • Kneeling or squatting to access lower shelves.
    • Walking/Moving in the labs.

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