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Moog Military Aircraft LLC

NY · On-site

$100 - $140/hr

Job Title: Sr FPGA Engineering Manager Reporting To: Management, Design Engineering Work Schedule: Onsite - Buffalo, NY Moog's place as a global leader in the design and manufacture of precision ...

Moog, Inc.

Sr FPGA Engineering Manager

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Job Title : Sr FPGA Engineering Manager Reporting To: Management, Design Engineering Work Schedule: Onsite - Buffalo, NY Moog's place as a global leader in the design and manufacture of precision ...

Moog

Sr FPGA Engineering Manager

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Job Title : Sr FPGA Engineering Manager Reporting To: Management, Design Engineering Work Schedule: Onsite - Buffalo, NYMoog's place as a global leader in the design and manufacture of precision ...

Astrolab

Lead FPGA Engineer

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$183K - $230K/yr

This position will report to the Director of Avionics Engineering and will be based in our Hawthorne, CA office. What you'll do: * Own and define the vehicle system FPGA related architectures ...

Astrolab

Lead FPGA Engineer

Hawthorne, CA · Hybrid

$132K - $169K/yr

Lead the FPGA Engineering team of 3+ people in the development and delivery of Astrolab FPGA RTL design and verification. * Support FPGA Engineering direct reports through their technical work ...

Astrolab

Lead FPGA Engineer

Hawthorne, CA · Hybrid

$183K - $230K/yr

This position will report to the Director of Avionics Engineering and will be based in our Hawthorne, CA office. What you'll do: * Own and define the vehicle system FPGA related architectures ...

Silvus Technologies

FPGA Design Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$132K - $182K/yr

... 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 ...

Silvus Technologies

FPGA Design Engineer

Irvine, CA

$132K - $181K/yr

FPGA Design Engineers are responsible for the efficient implementation of novel signal processing ... This position is 100% onsite, Monday through Friday, at Silvus Technologies' Engineering and R&D ...

AVTC Group

Senior FPGA Engineer (DOD cleared)

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$122K - $157K/yr

Required Skills * 8+ years of FPGA engineering experience. * VHDL coding and digital design experience. * Experience with Xilinx, Altera, or Microsemi FPGA devices and tool flows. * Hands-on FPGA ...

AVTC Group

Principal FPGA Engineer (DOD cleared)

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$122K - $157K/yr

Required Skills * 5+ years of FPGA engineering experience. * VHDL coding and digital design experience. * Experience with Xilinx, Altera, or Microsemi FPGA devices and tool flows. * Hands-on FPGA ...

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for fpga engineering 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 FPGA engineering?

FPGA engineering involves designing, developing, and implementing systems using Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs). FPGAs are integrated circuits that can be programmed after manufacturing to perform specific logic functions, making them highly flexible and adaptable for various applications such as telecommunications, aerospace, and consumer electronics. FPGA engineers typically use hardware description languages like VHDL or Verilog to configure these chips and optimize them for speed, efficiency, and reliability.

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

To thrive as an FPGA Engineer, you need a strong background in digital design, hardware description languages (such as VHDL or Verilog), and a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with FPGA development tools (like Xilinx Vivado or Intel Quartus), simulation software, and sometimes industry certifications are typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively set outstanding FPGA engineers apart. These capabilities ensure the delivery of reliable, high-performance hardware solutions that meet complex project requirements.

What are some typical challenges FPGA engineers face when working on complex hardware designs?

FPGA engineers often encounter challenges such as balancing resource constraints (like logic cells and memory), meeting stringent timing requirements, and ensuring signal integrity across high-speed interfaces. Debugging issues can be particularly complex since problems may arise from both hardware and HDL code. Effective collaboration with hardware, software, and validation teams is essential to ensure seamless integration and successful project completion.

Are FPGA engineers in demand?

FPGA engineers are in high demand due to the increasing use of field-programmable gate arrays in industries such as telecommunications, aerospace, and automotive. They typically require skills in hardware description languages like VHDL or Verilog and experience with FPGA development tools, making their expertise valuable in designing high-performance, customizable electronic systems.

What does an FPGA engineer do?

An FPGA engineer designs, develops, and tests digital circuits using Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs). They write hardware description language code, such as VHDL or Verilog, to implement custom hardware functions and optimize performance for applications like communications, aerospace, or embedded systems. Strong knowledge of digital logic, hardware design tools, and debugging skills are essential in this role.
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Sr FPGA Engineering Manager

Moog Military Aircraft LLC

NY • On-site

$100 - $140/hr

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Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title: Sr FPGA Engineering Manager Reporting To: Management, Design Engineering Work Schedule: Onsite – Buffalo, NY

Moog’s place as a global leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control technology is a clear reason to come work for us, however it’s our culture and values that really set us apart, for our employees and our customers.

Our team in the Space Sector’s Actuation Systems Business Unit is looking for a Sr FPGA Engineering Manager. You will be responsible for leading and developing the FPGA team of approximately 5 direct reports (~30% time) and contributing to FPGA projects in all phases of the development lifecycle (~70% time) - including requirements capture, design, verification, and test. This position will have an onsite work schedule in Elma, New York and requires access to U.S. export-controlled information and the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Skills you’ll bring with you…
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of relevant technical experience with VHDL and FPGA designs
  • Proven leadership of engineering teams
  • Self-motivated, critical thinking and strong analytical skills
  • Expertise with VHDL and ModelSim simulator
  • Familiarity with MATLAB Simulink
  • Good grasp of simulation, testing, and debugging tools and techniques
  • Comfortable using lab hardware – power supplies, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.
  • Knowledge of interface and network protocols a plus (ie SPI, I2C, RS-422, RS-485, MIL-STD-1553)
  • Ability to work onsite in Elma, NY (remote candidates will not be considered)
As a Sr FPGA Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for the following:
  • Lead and mentor a team of approximately 5 FPGA engineers
  • Assign projects to direct reports promptly and monitor tasks to ensure they are completed within technical, cost, and schedule constraints
  • Provide personal development for direct reports by conducting performance reviews, mentoring, and monitoring career development.
  • Champion continuous improvement for FPGA activities within the design and development processes
  • Provide expert technical guidance and support to your team
  • Derive requirements for the FPGA design from system product specifications and interface protocols.
  • Use VHDL to create FPGA modules with a focus on reusability.
  • Participate in source code and design reviews.
  • Create and execute verification procedures.
  • Document designs, analyses, and verification results with accurate and concise reports.
  • Share in the value of “teamwork is a must” and thus good communication is key.
How we care for you:
  • Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.
  • Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
  • Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
  • Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values.
  • Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.

Salary Range Transparency: Buffalo, NY $100,000.00–$140,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.

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