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Internship Microchip Design Engineer Jobs in Potomac, MD

Curtiss-Wright

Principal FPGA Engineer

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$144K - $192K/yr

In this senior, hands-on role, you will lead the design and development of FPGA-based solutions for ... Microchip Libero SoC or Intel Quartus * Board bring-up and debug (e.g., ChipScope or integrated ...

Henpen Corporation

Sr. Firmware Engineer

Herndon, VA

$122K - $162K/yr

... design issues, and ensure seamless system integration Participate in task-based iterative ... Microchip, and Lattice FPGAs and their associated development tools Experience developing test ...

Nextage LLC

Electrical Engineer II

Columbia, MD

... design with a focus on embedded systems, schematic development, PCB layout, and active components, FPGAs, Raspberry Pi, and basic software programming * Direct experience with the Microchip PolarFire ...

Fibertek

Senior Firmware Engineer

Herndon, VA

$140K - $210K/yr

... design issues, and ensure seamless system integration Participate in task-based iterative ... Microchip, and Lattice FPGAs and their associated development tools Experience developing test ...

Nextage LLC

Electrical Engineer II

Columbia, MD

... design with a focus on embedded systems, schematic development, PCB layout, and active components, FPGAs, Raspberry Pi, and basic software programming * Direct experience with the Microchip PolarFire ...

Structural Technologies

Internship - Engineering

Columbia, MD · On-site

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

As a Project Engineer Intern, you will apply your knowledge and develop new skills while working on ... Engineering and design support * Business development Successful candidates will possess: * A ...

Structural

Internship - Engineering

Columbia, MD · On-site

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

As a Project Engineer Intern, you will apply your knowledge and develop new skills while working on ... Engineering and design support * Business development Successful candidates will possess: * A ...

BlackFern Recruitment

Firmware Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

... design issues, and ensure seamless system integration Participate in task-based iterative ... Microchip, and Lattice FPGAs and their associated development tools Experience developing test ...

TalentRemedy

Firmware Engineer

Herndon, VA

... design issues, and ensure seamless system integration Participate in task-based iterative ... Microchip, and Lattice FPGAs and their associated development tools Experience developing test ...

Axon

Electrical Engineer I

Sterling, VA · On-site

The rest is design work alongside senior engineers, starting with cables, harnesses, and PCB layout ... New graduates are encouraged to apply - internships, co-ops, capstone projects, competition teams ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship microchip design engineer in Potomac, MD is $26.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $29.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Microchip Design Engineer vs Microchip Design Engineer?

AspectInternship Microchip Design EngineerMicrochip Design Engineer
QualificationsEnrolled in or recent graduate of relevant engineering programBachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Work EnvironmentInternship, supervised, learning-focusedFull-time professional role, project-driven
ResponsibilitiesAssist in design, testing, and documentationDesign, develop, and validate microchip circuits independently
Industry UsageEntry-level, internship programs in semiconductor companiesFull-time positions in similar companies

In summary, an Internship Microchip Design Engineer is a temporary, learning-focused role for students or recent graduates, whereas a Microchip Design Engineer is a full-time professional responsible for designing and developing microchips independently. The internship provides hands-on experience, while the full-time role involves more responsibility and expertise.

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Principal FPGA Engineer

Curtiss-Wright

Ashburn, VA • On-site

$144K - $192K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

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Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

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Job description

Principal FPGA Engineer - Onsite position
Curtiss-Wright is seeking an experienced Principal FPGA Engineer to join our engineering team in Ashburn, VA. In this senior, hands-on role, you will lead the design and development of FPGA-based solutions for DoD and other stakeholder secure products. The products include VITA standards based VPX modules and custom form-factor boards for DoD sub-systems and systems. You will also mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across projects.
You will collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and customers, contributing to concept development, FPGA architecture, HDL coding, simulation, prototyping, and product release. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership, and the ability to drive complex projects to completion.
Location: Ashburn, VA / Boston, MA / Nashua, NH
We Take Care of Our People
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *
Salary Information: $144,100.00 - 192,100.00 plus bonus
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Virginia. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer
Your Challenge:
  • Work collaboratively with an Integrated Product Team (IPT) comprised of Program Manager(s), Chief Engineer or Principal Systems Engineer, and several hardware (electrical), FPGA, software, test, component, and manufacturing engineers to bring products from concept through production release. Also support sustaining engineering efforts as needed.
  • As needed, participate in project planning, scheduling, and resource estimation, ensuring timely delivery of designs.
  • As needed, lead FPGA design projects, providing architecture, implementation, and validation guidance.
  • Develop detailed FPGA architectures and specifications for IP blocks.
  • Drive FPGA development from concept through coding, simulation, synthesis, place-and-route, and bitstream generation.
  • Perform digital logic design and implement HDL using current FPGA technologies.
  • Verify and validate HDL designs through simulation and hardware testing.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior FPGA engineers.
  • Oversee circuit card development, prototype build, testing, and debugging activities.
  • Contribute to new product development through environmental testing and transition into production.

What You Bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree is a plus.
  • 10+ years of FPGA hardware development experience, including high-speed, mixed-signal, or embedded applications at 100/400 Gz data rates.
  • Strong understanding of FPGA design flow, including RTL design (System Verilog, Verilog, or VHDL), simulation, synthesis, and timing closure.
  • Proven problem-solving and debugging skills, with hands-on experience using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.).
  • Experience leading projects or mentoring team members is preferred.
  • US Citizenship is mandatory; Active security clearance is preferred.

Experience/familiarity in the following is an asset:
  • Simulation test benches using Model Sim or Questa
  • Xilinx ISE/Vivado tools
  • Xilinx 7-Series, Zynq MPSoC, Versal Adaptive SoC, UltraScale+
  • Embedded processor design and C software development
  • Vivado IP Integrator or other IP integration tools
  • FPGA platforms from AMD (Xilinx), Microchip, or Intel (Altera)
  • Microchip Libero SoC or Intel Quartus
  • Board bring-up and debug (e.g., ChipScope or integrated logic analyzers)
  • High-speed digital design and signal integrity concepts
  • Requirements capture, analysis, and tracking
  • High-speed serial interfaces and related IP
  • TCL or other automation scripting
  • FPGA resource and power estimation tools

Who We Are:
Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance
Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a trusted, proven leader, delivering superior products and services that meet the defense and aerospace industries' toughest challenges with best-in-class value. Our solutions address air, ground, and naval defense applications, and are focused on growth segments with a high demand for advanced technology, enhanced safety, security, and performance. As a leading Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) solutions supplier for battlefield platforms and communication systems, we are uniquely positioned to benefit from the DoD's commitment to maintaining technological superiority on the battlefield.
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Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.
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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

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Curtiss-Wright Actuation Division designs, manufactures and supports electro-mechanical actuation products and systems for use in demanding applications in Aerospace, Defense and Industrial Automation markets. Our market leading solutions help improve the reliability, efficiency and performance of our customers' operations and platforms, as well as reducing their environmental impact with energy efficient electro-mechanical designs and technology. For the Aerospace market, we supply actuation systems for flight control, landing gear, utility and other applications on both commercial and military aircraft. In Ground & Naval Defense markets, we support a wide array of applications ranging from door assist, ramp and hatch actuation, weapons handling systems, radar and launch platform actuation, and robotic (AUV/ROV) actuation. In Industrial Automation, our Exlar® actuators are globally recognized as a leading brand offering high power density, precision and reliability for machine/process applications in automotive, food & beverage, oil & gas, robotics, entertainment and many other industries.

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Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Davidson, NC, US

Year founded

1929

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