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Vhdl Entry Level Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$77.38K - $127K/yr

TS/SCI with Poly Level of Experience: Entry Level This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS ... Have experience with Verilog, System Verilog, or VHDL. * Have experience with industry-standard EDA ...

Product R&D has an immediate opening for an entry level Digital Hardware Engineer within our ... Programmable logic design with VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog * Computer architectures and ...

Product R&D has an immediate opening for an entry level Digital Hardware Engineer within our ... Programmable logic design with VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog * Computer architectures and ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Entry-Level VHDL Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry-Level VHDL Engineer, you need a solid understanding of digital logic design, VHDL programming, and a relevant degree in electrical or computer engineering. Familiarity with FPGA development tools such as Xilinx Vivado or Intel Quartus, as well as simulation software like ModelSim, is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial for efficiently designing and verifying digital systems, ensuring reliable hardware solutions that meet project requirements.

What are some common challenges faced by entry-level VHDL engineers, and how can they overcome them?

Entry-level VHDL engineers often encounter challenges such as understanding complex hardware design concepts, debugging synthesis issues, and learning effective simulation techniques. Collaborating closely with senior engineers and regularly reviewing code with mentors can help accelerate learning. Utilizing available documentation, seeking feedback, and dedicating time to hands-on practice with simulation tools are effective ways to build proficiency and confidence in VHDL design.

What are VHDL entry level jobs?

VHDL entry level jobs are positions for individuals who are new to using VHDL (VHSIC Hardware Description Language) in the field of digital design and verification. These roles typically involve tasks like writing, simulating, and testing VHDL code to describe the behavior of digital circuits, often as part of a larger engineering team. Entry-level positions may include job titles such as VHDL Developer, FPGA Engineer, or Digital Design Engineer, and generally require a background in electrical engineering or computer engineering, along with some hands-on experience with VHDL. These jobs help recent graduates or early-career professionals gain practical skills in hardware design and verification, often working under the supervision of senior engineers.

What is the difference between Vhdl Entry Level vs Vhdl Designer?

AspectVhdl Entry LevelVhdl Designer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related field, basic VHDL knowledgeAdvanced VHDL skills, experience, often a degree or certification
Work EnvironmentEntry-level projects, supervised tasks, team collaborationDesign and development of complex FPGA/ASIC projects, independent work
Industry UsageUsed in semiconductor, electronics companies for initial tasksUsed for detailed design, verification, and optimization

Vhdl Entry Level roles focus on foundational tasks and learning, while Vhdl Designer positions involve advanced design responsibilities. Both roles are essential in the FPGA and ASIC development process, with the entry level serving as a stepping stone to more complex design work.

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$77.38K - $127K/yr

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Job description

Requisition Number: 23339 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $77,379.00 - $127,000.00 

Security Clearance: TS/SCI with Poly  

Level of Experience: Entry Level 

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
 

Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Job Description

HII Mission Technologies (HII MT) is seeking talented engineers who are excited to work in a flipped engineering environment. Our team specializes in reverse engineering and microelectronics trust and assurance. 

Candidates for this position will contribute to the team by utilizing in-house software tools to reverse engineer hardware assets provided by the U.S. government. During the analysis, engineers will identify common hardware structures like embedded processors, DSPs, filters, transceivers, data links, and decoders and determine the operational parameters they were designed for. Candidates will be exposed to and learn about design techniques across a variety of domains such as cybersecurity, electronic warfare, encryption, radar, and satellite communications.

Full-Scope Poly required at the time of application

*This position is contingent upon contract award

Essential Job Responsibilities
  • Candidates for this position will be responsible for performing hardware analysis and reverse engineering of DoD assets. 
  • Candidates will be expected to produce clear documentation explaining the components, capabilities, and features of asset systems. 
  • The use of HII proprietary tools, FPGA vendor tools, and third-party EDA tools will be necessary to perform modeling, simulation, and analysis of targeted systems. 
  • Effective collaboration with teammates to produce cohesive results and create improved processes is required. 
Minimum Qualifications

2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Have an active DoD Top Secret/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph at the time of consideration.
  • Have experience with Verilog, System Verilog, or VHDL.
  • Have experience with industry-standard EDA tools and processes (synthesis, P&R, simulation, etc.) 
  • Have the ability to learn new skills quickly 
Preferred Requirements


 Have experience with debugging interfaces (JTAG, SWD, etc.) 
 Have experience with signal protocol analysis (RS232, CAN, PCIe, Gigabit serial, etc.) 
 Are proficient with ASIC, FPGA, or SOC design tools (Quartus, Vivado, ISE, etc.) 
 Are proficient with EDA tools (Synopsis, Altium, Modelsim) 
 Have experience with formal verification tools and methodologies (OneSpin 360, Questa, etc.) 
 Have experience with modifying hardware to perform non-intended tasks 
 Have experience bypassing encryption schemes (power glitching, side-channel attacks, etc.) 

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Do You Need Assistance? 
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.