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Intern, Electrical Engineer - FPGA

Palm Bay, FL

$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 ...

Specialist, Electrical Engineer (FPGA)

Palm Bay, FL · On-site

$111K - $142K/yr

Specialist, Electrical Engineer (FPGA) Job Code: EE3 Job Location: Palm Bay, FL Job Schedule: 9/80 Seeking a mid-level FPGA engineer to support firmware development for embedded systems. The ...

FPGA Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$133K - $172K/yr

Qualifications: - Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent. - 1+ years of experience in FPGA Design including hardware architecture, simulation ...

$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 ...

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 ...

Intern, Electrical Engineer - FPGA

Palm Bay, FL · On-site

$16 - $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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How much do fpga electrical engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for fpga electrical engineer in the United States is $111,091.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $132,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an FPGA electrical engineer do?

An FPGA Electrical Engineer specializes in designing, developing, and testing digital circuits using Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs). They write hardware description languages (HDLs) like VHDL or Verilog to program the logic on FPGAs, enabling customized hardware solutions for applications such as telecommunications, automotive systems, and consumer electronics. Their work often involves collaborating with hardware and software teams to ensure efficient, high-performance system integration and to troubleshoot complex hardware issues.

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

To thrive as an FPGA Electrical Engineer, you need a solid background in digital design, hardware description languages (such as VHDL or Verilog), and a degree in electrical or computer engineering. Proficiency with FPGA development tools like Xilinx Vivado, Altera Quartus, simulation software, and relevant certifications (e.g., Xilinx Certified FPGA Engineer) are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set exceptional engineers apart in collaborative and deadline-driven environments. These skills ensure the reliable design, implementation, and troubleshooting of complex digital systems central to modern electronics.

What are typical collaboration points for an FPGA electrical engineer within a product development team?

FPGA Electrical Engineers typically work closely with hardware engineers, embedded software developers, and system architects throughout the product development cycle. Common collaboration points include defining hardware requirements, integrating FPGA designs with other system components, and coordinating on testing and troubleshooting. Regular cross-functional meetings and design reviews are standard, ensuring that the FPGA solutions align with overall product specifications and performance goals. Effective communication and teamwork are essential for efficiently addressing integration issues and achieving project milestones.

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

AspectFpga Electrical EngineerDigital Signal Processing Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, FPGA design certificationsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, DSP certifications
Work EnvironmentHardware design labs, FPGA development teamsResearch labs, software development teams
Industry UsageElectronics, aerospace, defense, telecommunicationsAudio, radar, communications, image processing

While both roles require a strong background in electrical engineering, Fpga Electrical Engineers focus on designing and implementing FPGA hardware solutions, whereas Digital Signal Processing Engineers specialize in developing algorithms for signal analysis and processing. The roles often collaborate but differ in their core focus—hardware versus algorithm development.

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Infographic showing various Fpga Electrical Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 92% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,091 per year, or $53.4 per hour.

Sr. Associate, Electrical Engineering- FPGA

Palm Bay, FL • On-site

L3Harris Technologies
Aviation • 1 - 5K employees

$91K - $119K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 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: Senior Associate, Electrical Engineering- FPGA

Job Code: 43804

Job Location: Palm Bay / Melbourne, FL

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

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Specialist FPGA Electrical Engineer with a desire to work in a cooperative team environment to develop and verify embedded Modem and RF Communication Systems Digital Signal processing solutions in FPGA firmware. As an FPGA Developer, you will be required to analyze requirements, architect, and design FPGA based solutions for Modems, RF Transmission Systems, and Satellite Communication Systems. As an established pioneer in space exploration and military/defense technology, L3Harris is a first-rank engineering and production company.

Essential Functions:

  • Utilize, implement, and validate algorithms in FPGAs and Firmware.
  • Work with cross functional teams as needed to define and refine design requirements.
  • Assist in development of high-level and detailed verification test plans consistent with system requirements and specifications
  • Prepare and participate in design and implementation reviews.
  • Perform detailed analysis including requirements analysis, component synthesis, timing, and clock domain crossings.
  • Experience in signal processing for RF communications systems.
  • Candidate must be able to obtain a US security clearance.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (EE, EET, or CE) and minimum 2 years prior related experience; OR Graduate/Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering (EE, EET, or ECE) and a minimum of 0-2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Xilinx Vivado, Quartus, ModelSim/Questa or equivalent logic simulation tools
  • MATLAB/Simulink experience is a plus
  • Standard streaming and memory mapped interfaces (Avalon, AMBA, etc.)
  • Experience with FPGA vendor tools (Microsemi, Intel, Xilinx)
  • Exposure to digital hardware design, interfaces, and architectures.
    • NAND, NOR, and DDR memory interfaces
    • GigE, 10GigE, GigE Vision
    • High Speed Serializers and Deserializers (SERDES)
    • LVDS, RS-422, I2C, SPI
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing, assembly, and test processes
  • Experience with High Complexity FPGA Digital Design Techniques and Devices.
  • Experience implementing signal processing algorithms in FPGAs
  • Experience in communication system signal processing theory and waveform design

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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Employment Type: Full-Time