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One Way Ventures

Senior FPGA_AIE Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$100 - $130/hr

... direct to standard phone technology aka sat2phone, and has the world's only commercial license from ... Design and test high-speed FPGA systems for satellite communication systems. * Build with AMD ...

Lynk

Senior FPGA_AIE Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$107K - $146K/yr

About Lynk Lynk is the inventor of satellite direct to standard phone technology aka sat2phone, and ... Design and test high-speed FPGA systems for satellite communication systems. * Build with AMD ...

ABM Industries, Inc.

Building Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$41.50/hr

Operate and maintain all building equipment to ensure the operation of same is with design ... Responsibilities could include training other employees and assigning and directing work.

Amat

Senior Counsel, Trade Compliance - (B5)

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$177K - $243K/yr

... every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge ... Senior Director, Trade Compliance. This Senior Counsel, Trade Compliance will lead the company ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for director chip design in Silver Spring, MD is $140,349.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $113,200.00 and $168,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Director of Chip Design oversees the entire process of designing integrated circuits (ICs) or microchips, managing teams of engineers and ensuring that projects meet technical and business requirements. This role involves setting the vision and strategy for chip development, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products. The director is responsible for resource allocation, project management, and fostering innovation to keep up with industry trends. Additionally, they ensure compliance with industry standards and drive continuous improvement in design methodologies.

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To thrive as a Director of Chip Design, you need deep expertise in semiconductor design, electrical engineering, and project management, typically backed by an advanced degree and significant industry experience. Familiarity with EDA tools like Cadence or Synopsys, knowledge of ASIC/FPGA design flows, and relevant certifications are often required. Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills help drive innovation and coordinate cross-functional teams. These competencies ensure the successful delivery of complex chip projects that meet technical, budget, and time objectives in a highly competitive industry.

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Senior FPGA_AIE Engineer

One Way Ventures

Chantilly, VA • On-site

$100 - $130/hr

Other

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Location

Chantilly, VA

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

On-site

Department

Engineering

About Lynk

Lynk is the inventor of satellite direct to standard phone technology aka sat2phone, and has the world’s only commercial license from the FCC to operate a commercial sat2phone system. Today, Lynk allows mobile network operators’ subscribers to send and receive text messages to and from space via standard unmodified, mobile devices. Lynk’s service has been tested and proven on all seven continents, has regulatory approvals in more than 30 countries and is currently being deployed commercially based on more than 40 MNO commercial service contracts covering approximately 50 countries.

Our technology will enable all 8 billion people on the planet to stay connected with the existing standard phone in their pocket. Everywhere. No matter what.

By joining Lynk, you will have the opportunity to directly touch the lives of billions. Your mission will be to bring mobile broadband to billions, pull hundreds of millions out of poverty, and save countless lives.

Job Summary

Lynk is developing cellular-based space payloads and seeks engineers with expertise and experience designing and developing custom software-defined radio (SDR) platforms. Aspects of the position require an understanding of FPGA hardware, firmware, digital signal processing, and algorithms for SDR-based satellite communication.

As a Senior FPGA_AIE Engineer, you will support the development of custom radio platforms for the primary (cellular service link) and secondary (TT&C / feeder link) communication links. The platform will initially be tested in a lab environment, then on the payload prototype in a lab environment that simulates orbit operations, and finally in space. The Senior FPGA Engineer will also be responsible for designing and implementing methods for ensuring successful testing, verification, and validation.

Core Responsibilities
  • Design and test high-speed FPGA systems for satellite communication systems.
  • Build with AMD Versal hard IP such as AIE, NoC, CIPS, MRMAC, and DDR controllers.
  • Model and implement DSP algorithms in RTL or AMD AIE/AIE-ML processors.
  • Implement device driver software in C, C++, or other languages for a Linux environment.
  • Develop and maintain documentation and ICDs for in-house IP blocks and other related components.
Minimum Requirements
  • A Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • At least five years of recent related experience.
  • At least three years of recent experience working with Xilinx/Altera FPGAs.
  • Proficient in at least one of the following:
    • SystemVerilog programming
    • AMD Versal SoC programming
    • AIE-ML or AIE programming, specifically intrinsic based development.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with timing closure for high utilization FPGA builds.
  • Experience with FPGA SoCs and Bare Metal or Petalinux design flows.
  • Experience with UVM or hardware in the loop testing methodologies.
  • Experience with RFICs and multi chip synchronization.
  • Experience with high-speed interfaces such as JESD204C and high speed Ethernet.
  • Knowledge of the physical layer of cellular standards (e.g., GSM, LTE, 5G) is a plus.
ITAR Requirements

To comply with U.S. Government export control regulations (ITAR), applicants must be one of the following: (i) a U.S. citizen or national, (ii) a lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) an asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158. Individuals who do not meet these criteria must be eligible to obtain the necessary authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. For more information, please refer to the ITAR guidelines.

Learn about ITAR here.

Job Location

Chantilly, VA

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