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Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Principal FPGA Design Engineer! See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. We’re innovating for the future, and you can too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. At BAE Systems, we deliver a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. If you are an individual that enjoys a cohesive team environment and is interested in a variety of challenges across a variety of products, then we are interested in hearing from you! Electronic Combat Solutions Hardware Engineering Group is looking for a Senior Principal FPGA Design Engineer to support FPGA designs through all phases of development. The ideal candidate is expected to perform activities including assisting in requirements generation and design architecture, ownership of RTL coding, synthesis, place and route, timing closure, basic test bench development, lab testing and debug, and product support. Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site. **Please note that pursuant to a government contract, along with the ability to obtain a minimum of Secret Clearance** #ESFPGA Required Education, Experience, & Skills •8+ years of relevant experience with bachelor's degree (less years with advanced degree) •Current Security Clearance (Secret), or eligible to obtain one •Significant experience in FPGA (preferred) or ASIC Design / Development •VHDL (preferred) or Verilog HDL coding •Familiarity with Xilinx Vivado or Intel/Altera Quartus •Digital simulation using Modelsim/Questa •Significant experience with static timing analysis and clock domain crossing techniques •Experience with high speed interfaces like SERDES, PCIe, DDR2/3/4, LVDS •Familiarity with revision control (GIT, CVS, Clearcase, Subversion, etc.) •Some Experience generating scripts (Perl, Tcl, Python, shell, etc.) •Strong debug and problem solving skills •Strong written and oral communication skills •Self-starter and a good team player •Ability to mentor and willingness to be mentored Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills •Ability to distill higher level requirements into micro-architecture •Experience modifying and enhancing legacy FPGA designs •Experience in leading a design team a plus •Experience in hardware design and hands-on lab debug •Experience working with FPGA design verification teams •Some experience with data conversion techniques (ADC/DAC) a plus Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $145049 - $246584 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. About BAE Systems, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support. Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters. This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

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Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Principal FPGA Design Engineer!
Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site.
Please note that pursuant to a government contract, along with the ability to obtain a minimum of Secret Clearance**
#ESFPGA Required Education, Experience, & Skills •8+ years of relevant experience with bachelor's degree (less years with advanced degree)
Current Security Clearance (Secret), or eligible to obtain one
Familiarity with Xilinx Vivado or Intel/Altera Quartus
Digital simulation using Modelsim/Questa
Significant experience with static timing analysis and clock domain crossing techniques
Experience with high speed interfaces like SERDES, PCIe, DDR2/3/4, LVDS
Familiarity with revision control (GIT, CVS, Clearcase, Subversion, etc.)
Some Experience generating scripts (Perl, Tcl, Python, shell, etc.)
Strong debug and problem solving skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Self-starter and a good team player
Ability to mentor and willingness to be mentored
Experience modifying and enhancing legacy FPGA designs
Experience in hardware design and hands-on lab debug
Experience working with FPGA design verification teams
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Significant experience in FPGA (preferred) or ASIC Design / Development
VHDL (preferred) or Verilog HDL coding
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills •Ability to distill higher level requirements into micro-architecture
Experience in leading a design team a plus
Some experience with data conversion techniques (ADC/DAC) a plus

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