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FPGA Design Lead Electronic Combat Solutions

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Hybrid
Austin, TX, USA
150K-254K Annually
Expert/Leader
Hybrid
Austin, TX, USA
150K-254K Annually
Expert/Leader
Lead and mentor FPGA design engineers through requirements generation, architecture, RTL coding, synthesis, simulation, lab testing, debugging, and product support. The role requires expertise in FPGA or ASIC development, VHDL or Verilog, timing-driven design, clock-domain crossing, high-speed interfaces, revision control, and Linux scripting. The engineer will provide technical oversight, develop test benches, support legacy and new designs, and collaborate across defense electronics programs.
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Job Description
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 c,an 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 seeking a Senior Principal II FPGA Design Engineer to lead and develop a team of FPGA designer engineers through all phases of development. The ideal candidate is expected to perform activities including requirements generation and design architecture; technical oversight and mentoring of team members; as well as ownership of RTL coding, synthesis, basic test bench development, lab testing, and product support.
As this job requires a government clearance of secret or higher, the position requires full-time onsite presence.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • 10+ years of relevant experience with bachelor's degree (less with an advanced degree)
  • Current Security Clearance (Secret), or eligible to obtain one
  • Ability to distill higher level requirements into micro-architecture
  • Extensive experience in FPGA (preferred) or ASIC Design / Development
  • Experience leading a design team
  • Proficient in VHDL (preferred) or Verilog HDL coding
  • Familiarity with Xilinx Vivado/ISE or Altera Quartus
  • Digital simulation using Modelsim/Questa
  • Strong understanding of timing driven design including clock domain crossing circuitry
  • Strong lab debug and problem solving skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to mentor and willingness to be mentored
  • Experience with high-speed interfaces like PCIe, SerDes, ADC/DAC, DDR3/4
  • Familiarity with revision control (GIT, CVS, Clearcase, Subversion, etc.)
  • Knowledgeable in Tcl/Tk and UNIX/Linux shell programming

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Active Security Clearance (Secret)
  • Experience with DSP fundamentals and FPGA implementation
  • Proficient in C/C++, Perl, Python programming
  • Experience with Matlab/Simulink
  • Experience creating unique designs and supporting legacy designs
  • Experience with UVM/System Verilog

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317
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 Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers 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. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
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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