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Silvus Technologies

FPGA Design Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

S. federal contracts. PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES * Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE). * Basic MATLAB skill. * Experience with communication systems on FPGA or ...

CesiumAstro

Senior FPGA Engineer I

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$120K - $154K/yr

We are looking to add a Senior FPGA Engineer I to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup ... CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any ...

K2 Space

Senior FPGA Prototyping Engineer

$120K - $225K/yr

... in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers - we're mass-producing the ... You will own FPGA prototyping, firmware enablement, first-silicon bring-up, and hardware validation ...

CesiumAstro

Senior FPGA Engineer I

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$120K - $154K/yr

We are looking to add a Senior FPGA Engineer I to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup ... CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any ...

K2 Space

Senior FPGA Prototyping Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$120K - $225K/yr

... in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers - we're mass-producing the ... You will own FPGA prototyping, firmware enablement, first-silicon bring-up, and hardware validation ...

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CACI International, Inc.

Senior FPGA Engineer

Rochester, NY · On-site

$128K - $164K/yr

Senior FPGA Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to ... and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies ...

Lynk

Senior FPGA_AIE Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$100 - $140/hr

... contracts covering approximately 50 countries. Our technology will enable all 8 billion people on ... As a Senior FPGA_AIE Engineer, you will support the development of custom radio platforms for the ...

Chipton Ross

FPGA Design Engineer

Littleton, CO · On-site

$100/hr

Job #216852 Chipton-Ross is seeking an FPGA Design Engineer for a contract opportunity in Littleton, CO. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE) * ASIC/FPGA verification experience with ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

FPGA Developer

Beavercreek, OH · On-site

$99K - $225K/yr

FPGA Developer The Opportunity: Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills ... as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected ...

K2 Space

Senior FPGA Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$120K - $225K/yr

... in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers - we're mass-producing the ... As a part of the team, you will be responsible for the development and verification of FPGA ...

K2 Space

Senior FPGA Prototyping Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$120K - $225K/yr

... in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers - we're mass-producing the ... You will own FPGA prototyping, firmware enablement, first-silicon bring-up, and hardware validation ...

Silvus Technologies

FPGA Design Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

FPGA Design Engineers are responsible for the efficient implementation of novel signal processing ... S. federal contracts. * All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background ...

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 ... As a part of the team, you will be responsible for the development and verification of FPGA ...

CesiumAstro

Senior FPGA Engineer I

Melbourne, FL

$120K - $154K/yr

We are looking to add a Senior FPGA Engineer I to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup ... CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any ...

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 ... As a part of the team, you will be responsible for the development and verification of FPGA ...

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How much do contract fpga jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract fpga 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 is a contract FPGA?

A Contract FPGA job involves designing, developing, and testing Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) on a temporary or project-specific basis. Contractors typically work for a fixed duration, supporting companies in industries such as aerospace, telecommunications, and defense with their FPGA design needs. They are responsible for hardware description language (HDL) coding, simulation, verification, and debugging. Contract FPGA engineers may work remotely or on-site, often requiring expertise in tools like VHDL, Verilog, and FPGA development platforms.

What are the typical responsibilities and workflow for a contract FPGA engineer?

As a Contract FPGA engineer, your daily responsibilities usually include designing, coding, simulating, and testing FPGA-based hardware modules to meet project-specific requirements. You will often collaborate with system architects, firmware developers, and test engineers to ensure seamless integration and to troubleshoot hardware-software interactions. Contract roles may require flexibility in adapting to new project scopes, coding standards, or toolchains based on client needs. Your workflow will typically involve rapid prototyping, iterative testing, and documentation to support deliverables within tight project timelines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the contract FPGA position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract FPGA engineer, you need strong expertise in digital design, hardware description languages like VHDL or Verilog, and experience with FPGA development and verification. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Xilinx Vivado, Altera Quartus, and simulation environments is commonly required, along with relevant technical certifications. Strong problem-solving, effective communication, and adaptability in dynamic project environments are key soft skills for this role. These abilities are essential for delivering robust hardware solutions, meeting project milestones, and collaborating efficiently with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

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Infographic showing various Contract Fpga job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 45% Full Time, and 55% Contract. Highlights an 82% In-person, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,315 per year, or $70.8 per hour.

FPGA Design Engineer

Silvus Technologies

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

THE COMPANY
Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications - on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments.
With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data.
Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc.
Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of "Keeping Our Heroes Connected"?
THE OPPORTUNITY
Silvus is seeking a Senior FPGA / RTL Design Engineer reporting to the Director of FPGA Engineering on the FPGA Engineering team. The successful individual in this role will participate 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 targeted to address challenging real-world communication needs.
The Senior FPGA / RTL Design Engineer position will be based at Silvus headquarters in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles, CA and is on a hybrid schedule; a minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
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.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant fields.
  • Minimum 6 years of demonstrated experience in FPGA design; 4 years of FPGA design experience with a Master's of Science degree; 2 years of FPGA design experience with a PhD degree.
  • Demonstrated experience with fixed point binary arithmetic and digital signal processing designs.
  • Proven expertise working with multiple clock-domain, high-utilization FPGA designs.
  • Experience with Xilinx FPGAs, SoCs, and the Vivado IDE.
  • NOTE - Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
  • Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE).
  • Basic MATLAB skill.
  • Experience with communication systems on FPGA or ASIC designs.

COMPENSATION
The pay range is NOT a guarantee. It is based on market research and peer data, and will vary depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications.
CA Pay Range
$100,000-$140,000 USD
Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.
NOTE - As a US Federal Contractor, Silvus Technologies requires that ALL candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen). Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements (needed for some Engineering or R&D roles) will be included in the Required Qualifications section of the posted position. This does NOT apply to international positions; only job postings for positions located in the US.
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred skills, we'd still love to hear why you think you'd be a great addition to our team.
We're committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

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