Design the Intelligence Behind Next-Generation Aviation Systems – FPGA Design/Verification Engineer

Are you an FPGA engineer who thrives on transforming complex requirements into high-performance digital solutions?

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading innovator in the aviation industry to hire a talented FPGA Design/Verification Engineer for a high-impact project in Owego, NY. This is your opportunity to work on advanced aerospace technologies, develop mission-critical FPGA solutions, and contribute to systems that help shape the future of flight.

If you're passionate about Verilog development, FPGA architecture, verification, and system integration, we want to hear from you.

Position Details

Job Title: FPGA Design/Verification Engineer

Location: Owego, NY

Duration: 5-Month Consultant Assignment

Schedule: 4/10 Workweek

Hours: Monday–Thursday, 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM EST

Pay Rate: $80.00 - $100.00 per hour

About the Role

As an FPGA Design/Verification Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of aerospace innovation, translating high-level system requirements into robust FPGA architectures and implementations. You'll work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to design, verify, integrate, and optimize FPGA solutions supporting advanced aviation platforms.

Your expertise will directly influence the performance, reliability, and success of critical aerospace programs.

What You'll Do

FPGA Architecture & Design

• Review system architecture and translate high-level requirements into detailed FPGA designs.
  
• Develop FPGA solutions that support advanced aviation and aerospace applications.
  
• Design and implement complex digital logic using Verilog.
  

Development & Implementation

• Write, modify, and optimize Verilog RTL code.
  
• Design and implement data processing pipelines and high-speed communication interfaces.
  
• Ensure FPGA designs meet performance, reliability, and program requirements.
  

Verification & Simulation

• Develop and execute RTL simulations to validate design functionality.
  
• Analyze simulation results and identify opportunities for design improvements.
  
• Troubleshoot and resolve design issues before hardware deployment.
  

Documentation & Engineering Compliance

• Create and maintain critical program documentation, including:
  
  
  
  • Firmware Requirements Specifications (FRS)
    
  • Firmware Design Descriptions (FDD)
    
  
  
  
• Support engineering reviews and milestone deliverables.
  
• Ensure compliance with development standards and processes.
  

Integration & Testing

• Load FPGA firmware onto prototype and development hardware platforms.
  
• Support hardware integration and system testing activities.
  
• Investigate and resolve Problem Trouble Reports (PTRs).
  
• Collaborate with integration teams to refine and improve designs throughout the development lifecycle.
  

Collaboration

• Work closely with systems, hardware, firmware, and test engineers.
  
• Participate in technical reviews and design discussions.
  
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practices.
  

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience developing FPGA solutions using Verilog.
  
• Proficiency with FPGA design toolchains such as:
  
  
  
  • Xilinx Vivado
    
  • Intel Quartus
    
  
  
  
• Experience with RTL design, coding, simulation, and verification.
  
• Ability to review system architecture and translate complex requirements into detailed FPGA implementations.
  
• Experience creating technical documentation including:
  
  
  
  • Firmware Requirements Specifications (FRS)
    
  • Firmware Design Descriptions (FDD)
    
  
  
  
• Experience using Git or other version control systems.
  
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and analytical problem-solving skills.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  
• Experience within aerospace, aviation, defense, or other highly regulated industries.
  
• Knowledge of high-speed communication protocols and interfaces.
  
• Experience supporting hardware integration and system-level testing.
  
• Familiarity with FPGA verification methodologies and testbench development.
  
• Experience working on complex embedded or real-time systems.
  
• Understanding of complete product development lifecycles.
  

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we're committed to connecting exceptional engineering talent with opportunities that drive innovation and create lasting impact.

What You'll Gain

• Competitive compensation of $80.00 - $100.00 per hour
  
• Four-day workweek offering enhanced work-life balance
  
• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge aviation technologies
  
• Exposure to complex, mission-critical aerospace systems
  
• Collaborative environment with highly skilled engineering professionals
  
• Meaningful work that supports innovation and advancement in aviation
  

Our Culture

We believe success is built on:

• Innovation and technical excellence
  
• Collaboration and knowledge sharing
  
• Continuous learning and professional growth
  
• Accountability and quality
  
• Solving challenging engineering problems that make a difference
  

When you join this team, you'll be part of an environment where your ideas, expertise, and contributions matter.

Take Flight with Your FPGA Career

If you're ready to tackle challenging engineering projects, develop advanced FPGA solutions, and help drive the future of aerospace innovation, this opportunity is for you.

Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and become part of a team that's engineering the technologies powering tomorrow's aviation industry.

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