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BAE Systems has an open position for an entry level FPGA Digital Design Engineer (onsite)!

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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 an entry level FPGA Digital Design Engineer to support FPGA designs through all phases of development. The ideal candidate is expected to assist in activities such as design architecture, RTL coding, synthesis, place and route, timing closure, basic test bench development, lab testing, product support and FPGA security.

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. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.

* Please note that pursuant to a government contract, and requires the ability to obtain a secret clearance*

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.

Current Security Clearance (Secret), or eligible to obtain one

Some experience or classwork in FPGA or ASIC Design / Development, including

VHDL (preferred) or Verilog HDL coding

Experience with digital design tools and simulators

Experience with clock domain crossing techniques

Experience with designer-level test bench (VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog)

Familiarity with revision control (GIT, CVS, Clearcase, Subversion, etc.)

Familiarity with static timing analysis tools and timing closure

Working knowledge of internal logic analyzer (ILA/chipscope/signaltap)

Strong written and oral communication skills

Self-starter and a good team player

Ability to mentor and willingness to be mentored

Strong debug and problem solving skills

Lab testing support

Experience with DSP fundamentals and FPGA implementation

Experience with Matlab/Simulink

Experience in hardware design and hands-on lab debug

Experience with AMD Vivado or Altera Quartus

Experience running digital simulations with Modelsim/QuestaSim

Experience generating scripts (Perl, Tcl, Python, shell, etc.)

Working knowledge of C/C++

Benefits Information

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.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).