Fpga Engineer

Actalent is hiring an FPGA Engineer in Quivira, Johnson County, US, offering a competitive salary of $105,027.99. Join a fast‑growing team creating FPGA‑based digital logic for ground‑based radio navigation, surveillance radios, and software‑defined radio systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement FPGA digital logic solutions for advanced air‑traffic control and surveillance applications.
• Participate in the full FPGA lifecycle: requirements gathering, architecture definition, coding (VHDL/Verilog), simulation, synthesis, and hardware verification.
• Collaborate with systems, firmware, and hardware engineers to integrate FPGA modules into larger radio‑navigation and SDR platforms.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, test plans, and verification reports.
• Perform debugging, performance tuning, and post‑production support for deployed FPGA designs.
• Stay current with emerging FPGA technologies and industry standards to drive continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with FPGA development using VHDL or Verilog.
• Proficiency with Xilinx or Intel (Altera) toolchains (Vivado, Quartus, ModelSim, etc.).
• Strong understanding of digital signal processing, high‑speed serial interfaces, and RF system requirements.
• Experience in verification methodologies (UVM, SystemVerilog) and hardware debugging tools (logic analyzers, oscilloscopes).
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of software‑defined radio (SDR) architectures and ground‑based navigation aids.
• Familiarity with DO‑178C or similar safety‑critical development standards.
• Experience with Python or Tcl scripting for automation of test and build processes.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $105,027.99 per year. Actalent offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of projects will the FPGA Engineer work on?

You will design and implement FPGA logic for ground‑based radio navigation aids, surveillance radios, and software‑defined radio systems supporting air‑traffic radar replacements.

What technical skills are required for this role?

Proficiency in VHDL/Verilog, experience with Xilinx or Intel FPGA toolchains, digital signal processing knowledge, and verification using UVM or SystemVerilog are essential.

Is relocation assistance provided for candidates moving to Quivira?

Actalent offers relocation support for qualified candidates to help them settle in Quivira, Johnson County.