Principal Electrical Engineer – DSP ASIC​/FPGA; Onsite

What You Will Do

• Develop and implement signal processing algorithms for FPGA or ASIC based systems.
• Utilize Simulink for modeling and simulation of signal processing systems and workflows.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design, test, and validate DSP algorithms for real‑world applications.
• Optimize FPGA implementations to meet performance, power, and size constraints.
• Conduct system‑level analysis and testing to ensure adherence to project requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to the overall technical roadmap of the team.
• Work closely with hardware, software, and systems engineers to integrate signal processing solutions into larger systems.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in FPGA technologies and signal processing methodologies to ensure RTX remains at the forefront of innovation.

• Degree in STEM field with a minimum of 8 years of experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued Secret security clearance.
• Strong expertise in Simulink and/or MATLAB for modeling and simulation of DSP systems.
• Proficiency in VHDL/Verilog for FPGA/ASIC design and implementation.
• Demonstrated experience with algorithm development for signal processing applications such as filtering, modulation, demodulation, and spectral analysis.
• Familiarity with FPGA platforms such as Xilinx or Intel (Altera) and associated tool chains (e.g., Vivado, Quartus).
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills for FPGA/ASIC and DSP systems.
• Experience with high‑speed digital interfaces and protocols (DDR, PCIe, Ethernet) – preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with HDL Coder and generation of HDL from model‑based designs – preferred.
• Background in aerospace, defense, or mission‑critical systems – preferred.
• Understanding of hardware–software co‑design principles – preferred.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and optional Lifetime Income Strategy.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional pet, home, auto, and additional life and accidental insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and  protection.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health benefits for fertility and family planning.
• Adoption assistance.
• Employee assistance plan with up to ten free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You incentives and wellness rewards program.
• Telemedicine services (Doctor on Demand, Teladoc).
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Relocation assistance.

USD 107,500 – 204,500.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.