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iQuasar LLC

FPGA Engineer with Security Clearance

Houston, TX

$124.10K - $159.50K/yr

One of our clients, needs a Business Analyst V for a contract position. One of our clients in Houston, TX needs a FPGA Engineers for a Full-time position. • Position: FPGA Engineer. • Location:

VOLT

Sr FPGA Engineer

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$112/hr

This is 12 months Full- time- contract with possible hire opportunity. Clearance: Active Secret ... Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline. * Experience in FPGA ...

K2 Space

Senior FPGA Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$120K - $225K/yr

... in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers - we're mass-producing the ... Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and ...

K2 Space

Senior FPGA Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$120K - $225K/yr

... in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers - we're mass-producing the ... Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and ...

AeroVironment, Inc.

Senior FPGA Engineer

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$126K - $161.90K/yr

Worker Type Regular AV Inc, is seeking senior level FPGA engineers to work as members of a multi ... Citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package ...

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How much do contract fpga engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract fpga engineer in the United States is $147,315.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $130,000.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract FPGA Engineer, and why are they important?

A Contract FPGA Engineer requires strong proficiency in digital design, hardware description languages (HDL) like VHDL or Verilog, and a relevant degree in electrical or computer engineering. Experience with FPGA development tools such as Xilinx Vivado, Altera Quartus, and debugging equipment, along with certifications in FPGA or embedded systems, are highly valued. Excellent problem-solving skills, adaptability, and effective communication are vital soft skills for collaborating with diverse teams and managing project-based work. Mastery of these competencies ensures reliable, efficient FPGA solutions and successful delivery of client-driven projects.

What are some typical challenges a Contract FPGA Engineer may encounter when joining a new project mid-development?

As a Contract FPGA Engineer, joining a project mid-development often means quickly getting up to speed with existing codebases, documentation, and team workflows. Common challenges include understanding legacy designs, integrating your work with ongoing development, and adapting to varied toolchains or hardware platforms. Communication with other engineers and project managers is essential to clarify requirements and ensure seamless handovers. Adapting to different verification methodologies and debugging in unfamiliar environments can also be demanding, but these experiences contribute to skill growth and industry versatility.

What are Contract FPGA Engineers?

Contract FPGA Engineers are specialized professionals who design, develop, and test Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) for clients on a temporary or project basis. They typically work for organizations needing specific expertise for short-term projects rather than employing a full-time FPGA engineer. Their responsibilities often include HDL coding (such as VHDL or Verilog), simulation, hardware debugging, and integration with other hardware and software systems. Contract FPGA Engineers may work remotely or onsite and are usually engaged through agencies or as independent contractors.

What is the difference between Contract Fpga Engineer vs Contract Digital Signal Processing Engineer?

AspectContract Fpga EngineerContract Digital Signal Processing Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, FPGA design certificationsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Computer Engineering, DSP certifications
Work EnvironmentHardware design labs, FPGA development teamsResearch labs, embedded systems teams
Industry UsageAerospace, defense, telecommunicationsAudio, radar, communications systems

While both roles involve digital hardware and signal processing, Contract Fpga Engineers focus on designing and implementing FPGA hardware solutions, whereas Contract Digital Signal Processing Engineers specialize in developing algorithms for signal analysis and processing. The roles often overlap in industries like aerospace and telecommunications but differ in their core responsibilities and skill sets.

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Infographic showing various Contract Fpga Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 54% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 19% Contract. Highlights an 71% Physical, and 29% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,315 per year, or $70.8 per hour.
FPGA Engineer with Security Clearance

FPGA Engineer with Security Clearance

GeoLogics Corporation

Tucson, AZ

$65 - $116/hr

Other

Posted 7 days ago

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TITLE: FPGA Engineer with ACTIVE Secret Security Clearance RATE RANGE: $65/hr - $116.00/hr W2 Contract Only Depends on experience and benefits chosen LOCATION: Tucson, AZ No Relocation assistance provided DURATION: Contract or Contract to Hire REQUIRED: Secret Security clearance issued by the Department of Defense ***No C2C, we can NOT work with outside agencies/vendors, and we can NOT do 1099- SECRET CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED*** Geologics is seeking a Secret Cleared FPGA Engineer who will develop FPGA designs for all major vendors and device families including: Xilinx, Altera, and Microsemi. Designs are implemented using VHDL for the following applications: gigabit serial interfaces, Radio Frequency (RF) and Electro-Optical (EO) DSP, controls, data links, embedded processing and processor interfaces. Designers work with circuit card designers and systems engineers to develop requirements, architect new parts, collaborative modeling of algorithms, partition and perform code development, simulation, and place and route. Designs are verified against requirements using both directed test and constrained random methodologies. POSITION OVERVIEW: * Design support is expected from requirements definition through integration and test.
  • Design documentation and configuration management are required.
  • Design and deliver production quality FPGA releases from initial proof of concept up to production
  • Architect FPGA-based systems to determine parts, interfaces, and Concept of Operations (CONOPS)
  • Translate system level requirements into FPGA requirements
  • Design and code in VHDL for reliability and maintainability
  • Verify designs utilizing self-checking techniques with directed and constrained random tests, while tracking functional and code coverage
  • Help drive projects and execute to program schedules on time and budget
  • Create complete documentation including requirements, verification plan, and user's guides
May support internal and external technical reviews REQUIREMENTS: Active Secret Clearance Bachelor of Science in Computer or Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 2 - 8+ years of experience to include at least 1 of the following: Digital design and VHDL coding
  • Xilinx or Microsemi devices and flow tools
  • Delivering FPGA solutions to system level applications
  • Hands on experience with integration and debug
  • Ability to attain Special Program Access (SAP) Q ualifications We Value:**** * FPGA design experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Radar processing techniques
  • Image processing techniques for visual and infrared sensors
  • Embedded systems design using ARM, Microblaze, or Nios processors
  • Gigabit serial interfaces and multi-gigabit transceivers (MGTs)
  • Constrained random verification in UVM using System Verilog
Verification utilizing emulation platforms, such as Veloce Please respond to Meredith Baldwin with your interest level, recent copy of your resume and your availability for a call to Rates listed are not a guarantee of salary/rate. Rate offered at time of hire will depend on many factors including education, experience, interview results and skill level GeoLogics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran Meredith Baldwin Recruiter (703) 891-6115 #CJ

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