Advanced ASIC FPGA Engineer

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced ASIC/FPGA Engineer to join our Idaho Scientific group. This role involves designing and deploying secure system solutions as part of a cross-functional team, focusing on FPGA design, simulation, verification, and documentation for mission-critical products.

Responsibilities:

• Create test and simulation plans that establish functional criteria.
• Define module interfaces and all aspects of device design and simulation.
• Determine architecture, system simulation, and detailed design approaches for assigned work.
• Evaluate the FPGA development flow, including high-level design, synthesis, place and route, timing, and power or resource utilization.
• Verify test results, analyze performance, and document designs and results.
• Research and analyze customer specifications, proposals, technical data, and manuals to determine design or application feasibility.
• Review relevant vendor capabilities, device libraries, and simulation tools; recommend components and technologies based on specifications, reliability, and program needs.
• Generate technical engineering products using established standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the ASIC/FPGA development life cycle.
• Contribute to major programs and projects and improve ASIC/FPGA engineering processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Skills:

• Fully proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of ASIC/FPGA engineering processes, concepts, principles, and design tools.
• Ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and think creatively when solving complex technical problems.
• Keeps current with relevant ASIC/FPGA technology trends and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven FPGA RTL development experience in VHDL or Verilog.
• Fluent in embedded C or C++ programming.
• Experience with Xilinx Vivado and/or Altera Quartus software.