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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for microchip design engineer in the United States is $127,979.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,000.00 and $152,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Microchip Design Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing integrated circuits (ICs) used in electronic devices. They work with specialized software and hardware tools to create chip layouts, simulate performance, and optimize power and efficiency. Their role includes collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the chip meets design specifications and manufacturing requirements. They play a crucial role in advancing semiconductor technology for applications in consumer electronics, automotive, healthcare, and more.

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To thrive as a Microchip Design Engineer, you need a strong background in electrical engineering, circuit design, and semiconductor physics—typically supported by a relevant bachelor's or master's degree. Proficiency with EDA tools such as Cadence, Synopsys, and Verilog/VHDL, as well as familiarity with industry-standard design and simulation software, is essential. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams are key soft skills for this role. These abilities are vital for creating high-performance microchips that meet rigorous industry standards and project timelines.

What are some typical projects or tasks that a Microchip Design Engineer works on day to day?

Microchip Design Engineers typically focus on designing, simulating, and testing integrated circuits (ICs) for various applications such as consumer electronics, automotive systems, or telecommunications. Daily tasks often include creating hardware schematics, writing and reviewing HDL code, collaborating with verification teams, and troubleshooting design issues. You may also participate in design reviews, optimize power and performance parameters, and work closely with layout engineers to ensure manufacturability. This role is highly collaborative and often involves working within cross-functional teams to bring innovative microchip solutions from concept to production.
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Senior FPGA Design Engineer

Senior FPGA Design Engineer

Raytheon

Mckinney, TX

$114.10K - $157.30K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


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Job description

Date Posted:

2026-05-20

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WD ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING D BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Multi-Product Power & Digital (MPD) department designs FPGAs, circuit cards, and electronics subassemblies for a range of products including missiles/effectors, radars, and electronic warfare systems.  The team leverages digital, analog, and power design skills to provide support throughout the product lifecycle from architecture and design through production and sustainment.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior FPGA Design Engineer to join the FPGA Architects team within the Electrical Engineering organization. Electrical Engineering drives business success by providing a variety of critical engineering tasks across multiple product lines and functions.

The Senior FPGA Design Engineer is part of a key role within the engineering organization responsible for developing electronics for defense system products. We engage at the outset of the system development and follow our designs through deployment. Our team helps develop the requirements and bring concepts to life. Our products are deployed all over the world, on the ground, into the atmosphere, and out into space. The FPGA Architects team is responsible for the architecture, design, and documentation of deliverable firmware and FPGA embedded processing.

This position is an onsite role, located in McKinney, TX.

What You Will Do

  • Develop FPGA designs for all major vendors and device families including Xilinx (AMD), Altera (Intel), and Microchip

  • Implement designs using VHDL for the following applications: gigabit serial interfaces, Radio Frequency (RF) DSP, controls, data links, embedded processing, and processor interfaces

  • Work with circuit card designers and systems engineers to develop requirements, architect new designs, collaboratively model algorithms, partition and perform code development, simulation, and implementation

  • Verify designs against requirements using both directed test and constrained random test methodologies

  • Provide design support from requirements definition through integration and test, including design documentation and configuration management

Qualifications You Must Have

  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.

  • Experience designing FPGAs.

  • Demonstrated experience with digital design and VHDL or Verilog coding.

  • Experience with Xilinx (AMD), Altera (Intel), or Microchip FPGAs.

  • Experience with Xilinx (AMD), Altera (Intel), or Microchip devices and instrument flows.

  • Hands-on integration experience with FPGA-based systems.

  • Expertise in FPGA timing constraints and timing closure.

Qualifications We Prefer

  • Prefer a degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or related STEM degree.

  • Ability to perform work without appreciable direction.

  • Excellent written and verbal communications.

  • Knowledge of embedded systems design utilizing Microblaze, Nios, or ARM processors.

  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with team members from diverse communities and cultures.

  • Demonstrated ability to work with colleagues who represent a diversity of work and conflict resolution styles.

  • Familiarity with the Linux environment.

  • Digital signal processing on FPGAs.

  • Knowledge of C programming and scripting languages such as Perl and Python.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Learn More & Apply Now!

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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