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Cyient

Senior FPGA Design Engineer

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$114K - $157K/yr

Job Summary We are seeking a Senior FPGA/DSP Engineer with strong experience in VHDL, Xilinx FPGAs, and DSP algorithm implementation . The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with FPGA ...

Cortracker Inc

FPGA HW Design Engineer

Melbourne, FL · On-site

FPGA HW Design Engineer -Melbourne, FL - ITAR (Hybrid - 3days Onsite - 2Days WFH) Visa: GC/ USC (ITAR role) Salary : $110- $140K/YR depending on Exp Strong VHDL FPGA development experience - Xilinx ...

Actalent

FPGA Design Engineer

Orlando, FL

$55 - $80/hr

FPGA Design Engineer We are seeking a skilled FPGA Design Engineer to join a leading defense organization focused on developing cutting-edge Electronic Warfare (EW), Infrared (IR), SATCOM, and RF ...

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Accord Technologies Inc.

FPGA HW Design Engineer

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$114K - $157K/yr

FPGA HW Design Engineer Melbourne, FL - ITAR (Hybrid - 3days Onsite - 2Days WFH) Visa: GC/ USC (ITAR role) Domain : Aerospace Position type: FTE Requirement: Strong VHDL FPGA development experience ...

Raytheon

Senior FPGA Design Engineer

Miami, FL

$117K - $162K/yr

As a Senior FPGA Design Engineer you will develop FPGA designs for all major vendors and device families including: Xilinx, Altera, and Microsemi. Designs are implemented using VHDL for the following ...

Raytheon

FPGA Design Engineer II

Orlando, FL

$114K - $158K/yr

As an FPGA Design Engineer II you will develop FPGA designs for all major vendors and device families including: Xilinx, Altera, and Microsemi. Designs are implemented using VHDL for the following ...

Raytheon

Senior FPGA Design Engineer

Orlando, FL

$114K - $158K/yr

As a Senior FPGA Design Engineer you will develop FPGA designs for all major vendors and device families including: Xilinx, Altera, and Microsemi. Designs are implemented using VHDL for the following ...

Raytheon

FPGA Design Engineer II

Miami, FL

$117K - $162K/yr

As an FPGA Design Engineer II you will develop FPGA designs for all major vendors and device families including: Xilinx, Altera, and Microsemi. Designs are implemented using VHDL for the following ...

L3HHCM20

Intern, Electrical Engineer - FPGA

Palm Bay, FL · On-site

$16.25 - $21.25/hr

Intern, Electrical Engineer - FPGA Job ID: 42520 Job Location: Palm Bay, FL Job Schedule: 9/80:Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for fpga developer in Florida is $105,308.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,235.00 and $123,074.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an FPGA developer?

FPGA developers are engineers who specialize in designing, programming, and testing Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs). FPGAs are integrated circuits that can be configured after manufacturing to perform specific hardware functions. FPGA developers use hardware description languages like VHDL or Verilog to create digital logic designs for applications such as telecommunications, automotive systems, and signal processing. Their work requires a strong understanding of both hardware and software, as well as experience with simulation and debugging tools.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an FPGA developer?

To thrive as an FPGA Developer, you need a strong background in digital design, hardware description languages (such as VHDL or Verilog), and a relevant degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering. Familiarity with FPGA development tools like Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, and simulation environments is crucial, and industry certifications can provide an advantage. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are important soft skills for excelling in this role. These combined capabilities ensure the delivery of reliable, high-performance hardware solutions that meet complex system requirements.

How does an FPGA developer typically collaborate with hardware and software teams during a project?

FPGA Developers work closely with both hardware engineers and software developers to ensure seamless integration of programmable logic with the overall system. They often participate in design reviews, clarify interface requirements, and coordinate on timing and resource constraints. Regular communication and joint debugging sessions are common, especially when validating prototypes or troubleshooting system-level issues. This collaborative environment helps to ensure that FPGA solutions meet performance, functionality, and interoperability goals.

What is the difference between Fpga Developer vs Hardware Engineer?

AspectFpga DeveloperHardware Engineer
Required credentialsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related; FPGA design certificationsBachelor's or higher in Electrical, Computer, or Electronics Engineering; often similar certifications
Work environmentDesigning, coding, and testing FPGA hardware and firmware; often in labs or officesDesigning and testing various hardware components, including PCBs and integrated circuits
Employer and industry usageTech companies, aerospace, defense, telecommunicationsConsumer electronics, automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors

Both roles require strong electrical engineering fundamentals and similar certifications. Fpga Developers focus specifically on FPGA hardware and firmware design, while Hardware Engineers may work on a broader range of electronic hardware. The work environments and industries overlap significantly, but Fpga Developers specialize in programmable logic devices.

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Sr. Specialist, Electrical Engineer - FPGA 1

L3Harris Technologies

Palm Bay, FL • On-site

$111K - $142K/yr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Sr. Specialist, Electrical Engineer - FPGA

Job Code: 41949

Job Location: Palm Bay, FL

Job Schedule:9/80- employees work 9 out of 14 days, totaling 80 hours worked-and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

We are looking for a talented FPGA design engineer with industry experience in wireless digital communications, modems, networking, and/or digital signal processing (DSP). Designs, develops, verifies, and maintains FPGA and ASIC components in accordance with engineering, scientific and manufacturing requirements. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures and tools throughout the product life cycle to support the development of new and sustainment of legacy products. May interface with customers, vendors, and other cross functional technical and support personnel.

Areas of desired technical experience or education include:

Modulation

Demodulation

Digital filters

Forward Error Correction (FEC)

Networking

Industry standard interfaces (e.g. 10/100/1000 Ethernet, SPI, UART, SDRAM, DDR3, JESD, PCIe, Ethernet).

FPGA verification through simulation and unit testing.

Essential Functions:

  • Design, implement, and troubleshoot complex modem and/or DSP circuits in programmable logic using FPGA devices.
  • Broad experience in signal processing for RF communications systems.
  • Design, implement, and verify FPGA and ASIC solutions
  • Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and integration activities
  • Support product integration and test activities in the lab and field as needed
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation within the team
  • Must have SECRET security clearance

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree (preferably in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field) and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Experience in communication system signal processing theory and waveform design
  • Working knowledge and experience in testing and debugging of Cryptographic Unit Designs
  • Experience with FPGA Vendor Specific FPGA Implementation tools (Vivado/Quartus)
  • Experience in laboratory debug techniques using digital scopes, logic analyzers, BERTS, and other complex measurement devices.
  • Knowledge of SATCOM architecture
  • 4 years of experience in FPGA / ASIC programming using VHDL
  • 4 years of experience with MatLab, Simulink or similar DSP modelling tools. Demonstrated ability to analyze and debug FPGA firmware and related hardware issues

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