Principal Electrical Engineer – DSP ASIC​/FPGA; Onsite

Principal Electrical Engineer – DSP ASIC/FPGA (Onsite)

RTX Corporation is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Principal DSP FPGA/ASIC Engineer to join our Applied Research and Technology team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. You will play a critical role in designing, developing, and implementing cutting‑edge signal processing algorithms on FPGA and ASIC platforms. Your work will contribute to the development of advanced aerospace and defense systems, leveraging your expertise in Simulink modeling, algorithm development, and implementation on FPGAs and ASICs.

• 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.

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued secret security clearance is required.
• Strong expertise in Simulink and/or MATLAB for modeling and simulation of DSP systems.
• Proficient 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 AMD (Xilinx), Intel (Altera), or others, 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 (e.g., DDR, PCIe, Ethernet).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Familiarity with HDL Coder and generation of HDL from model‑based designs.
• Background in aerospace, defense, or mission‑critical systems.
• Understanding of hardware‑software co‑design principles.