Sr Electrical Engineer – Design Verification – FPGA/ASIC (Onsite)

Job Summary

RTX is seeking a Sr Electrical Engineer – Design Verification – FPGA/ASIC to join its Avionics team in Cedar Rapids, Linn County, IA. This onsite role focuses on high‑performance hardware design verification for aerospace programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute verification plans for FPGA and ASIC designs used in avionics systems.
• Create testbenches, simulation models, and automated test frameworks using SystemVerilog, UVM, and scripting languages.
• Collaborate with design, firmware, and systems engineers to identify and resolve functional issues.
• Perform root‑cause analysis, document findings, and drive corrective actions.
• Maintain verification artifacts, coverage metrics, and compliance with industry standards (DO‑254, MIL‑STD‑1553).
• Support hardware bring‑up, board bring‑up, and integration testing in lab environments.
• Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status – required for access to classified program information.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in FPGA/ASIC design verification, preferably in avionics or aerospace.
• Proficiency with HDL languages (Verilog/SystemVerilog, VHDL) and verification methodologies (UVM, OVM).
• Strong knowledge of digital signal processing, timing analysis, and high‑speed interface protocols.
• Experience with EDA tools such as Mentor Graphics Questa, Cadence Incisive, or Synopsys VCS.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with DO‑254 or similar safety‑critical certification processes.
• Familiarity with Python/Tcl scripting for automation.
• Knowledge of hardware description for mixed‑signal ASICs.

Benefits & Compensation

Competitive salary up to $165,200 annually, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) match, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of clearance is required for this position?

No security clearance is required, but U.S. citizenship is mandatory to access program information.

Is remote work allowed for this role?

The position is onsite at RTX’s Cedar Rapids facility and does not support remote work.

What experience is needed with verification methodologies?

Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience using SystemVerilog/UVM or similar verification frameworks for FPGA/ASIC projects.