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mercury

Principal Electrical Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$130K - $159K/yr

Experience with FPGAbased designs using Intel (Altera) or AMD (Xilinx) * Experience working with highfrequency DACs and ADCs * Development experience with embedded highspeed interfaces (25G+

Viasat, Inc.

FPGA Engineer (Space)

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$164K - $246K/yr

Experience with Programmable Logic EDA tools, such as AMD/Xilinx ISE/Vivado, Intel/Altera Quartus, Siemens/Mentor Graphics, Synopsys Synplify * Proven track record to design and implement FPGA ...

Mercury Systems

Principal Electrical Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$130K - $159K/yr

Experience with FPGA-based designs using Intel (Altera) or AMD (Xilinx) * Experience working with high-frequency DACs and ADCs * Development experience with embedded high-speed interfaces (25G+

Viasat, Inc.

FPGA Engineer (Space)

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$129K - $194K/yr

Experience with Programmable Logic EDA tools, such as AMD/Xilinx ISE/Vivado, Intel/Altera Quartus, Siemens/Mentor Graphics, Synopsys Synplify * Familiarity with TCL, Perl, Python or another scripting ...

Viasat, Inc.

FPGA Engineer (Space)

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$164K - $246K/yr

Experience with Programmable Logic EDA tools, such as AMD/Xilinx ISE/Vivado, Intel/Altera Quartus, Siemens/Mentor Graphics, Synopsys Synplify * Proven track record to design and implement FPGA ...

Mercury Systems

Principal Electrical Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$130K - $159K/yr

Experience with advanced FPGA board technologies including AMD/Xilinx Versal or Intel/Altera Agilex * Experience developing advanced network interface board designs using components from Nvidia ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for altera in Arizona is $197,689.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $175,700.00 and $217,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Altera FPGA engineers during the development cycle?

Altera FPGA engineers often encounter challenges related to optimizing code for performance and resource utilization, especially when working with complex designs or tight timing constraints. Debugging and verifying designs can also be demanding, as issues may only become apparent during hardware testing. Collaboration with hardware and software teams is essential to ensure smooth integration, which requires strong communication and documentation skills. Staying updated with evolving toolchains and new device architectures is also important for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Altera (now Intel FPGA) engineer, and why are they important?

To succeed as an Altera (Intel FPGA) Engineer, you need a solid background in digital logic design, hardware description languages (HDLs) like VHDL or Verilog, and a relevant degree in electrical or computer engineering. Familiarity with Altera Quartus Prime software, ModelSim, and FPGA development boards is typically required, along with certifications in FPGA design being advantageous. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective collaboration set standout professionals apart in this field. These skills and qualifications enable engineers to efficiently develop, test, and implement reliable FPGA solutions for complex hardware applications.

What is an Altera job?

An Altera job typically refers to roles related to Altera, a company specializing in programmable logic devices, now part of Intel. Positions may include FPGA design engineers, software developers, or hardware engineers working on field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) and other semiconductor technologies. These roles often involve developing, testing, and optimizing digital circuits and systems. Employees in Altera-related jobs work on cutting-edge technology for industries like telecommunications, automotive, and data centers.

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Infographic showing various Altera job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $197,689 per year, or $95 per hour.

Principal Electrical Engineer

mercury

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$130K - $159K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Mercury Systems is seeking the best and brightest engineering talent to help us deliver cuttingedge technology for missioncritical aerospace and defense applications, advancing innovation where it matters most.

In this role, our team is looking for a Principal Electrical Engineer who will serve as a Hardware Design/Substrate Design technical leader, driving the development of rugged, highreliability microelectronics for defense, aerospace, and space systems. You will lead substrate and hardware design from concept through delivery, shaping engineering standards, guiding complex technical decisions, and ensuring extreme reliability in the harshest environments. Working within Mercury's Integrator Mindset, you will collaborate across sites and disciplines to create breakthrough microelectronic solutions that directly strengthen national security and support onshore trusted manufacturing.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Lead crossfunctional teams to architect and develop complex SysteminPackage (SiP) designs from concept through production
  • Manage the design of microelectronic digital and RF packaged circuits that meet system and customer requirements
  • Execute microelectronics hardware development involving FPGAs, DACs, ADCs, storage devices, and other advanced components
  • Design and analyze highspeed digital interfaces including Ethernet, PCIe, DDR, SATA, USB, and other missioncritical interfaces
  • Lead design quality activities through peer reviews, verification practices, and rigorous testing to minimize integration risk.
  • Coordinate with manufacturing and test teams to resolve build issues, support DFM/DFA/DFT efforts, and participate in detailed failure investigations
  • Develop schematics and layout for SiPs using Cadence toolsets and collaborate closely with layout and signalintegrity teams
  • Provide handson support during SiP layout and perform signalintegrity analysis to ensure robust highspeed performance
  • Support proposal development by contributing technical architectures, cost and schedule estimates, and Basis of Estimate (BOE) inputs

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or higher-level degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
  • Typically requires a minimum of 6 years of microelectronics packaging experience
  • Experience leading microelectronics packaging efforts across crossfunctional engineering teams
  • Strong expertise in electronic circuit design, schematic capture, and troubleshooting across digital, analog, and power circuits
  • Deep knowledge of highspeed digital design, signalintegrity fundamentals, IC package stack ups and advanced packaging techniques
  • Experience working directly with substrate and interposer fabricators
  • Experience mentoring junior engineers and leading engineering activities or small technical teams

"This position requires you to have or obtain a government security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens."

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with FPGAbased designs using Intel (Altera) or AMD (Xilinx)
  • Experience working with highfrequency DACs and ADCs
  • Development experience with embedded highspeed interfaces (25G+)
  • Proficiency with Cadence Allegro APD for layout analysis and design review
  • Extensive understanding of signalintegrity principles for highspeed digital designs
  • Understanding of RF design fundamentals for microelectronic applications
  • Experience using requirementsmanagement or collaboration tools such as JAMA, JIRA, or Confluence
  • Familiarity with DFM, DFT, DFR, and costconscious design methodologies
  • Experience supporting proposals, cost/schedule estimates, and Basis of Estimate (BOE) development
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain one
Why should you join Mercury Systems?

Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com

Our Culture

We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.

To find out more aboutWhy Mercury?, or visit the Mercury Community or find answers to general questions at Mercury FAQs

Mercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status.

As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the number below for assistance.

(978) 256-1300

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