FPGA Engineer

Overview

As an FPGA Engineer, you will be responsible for design, development, and optimization of advanced signal processing algorithms. Your work will include designing waveforms and signal detection/demodulation methods for RF communications systems and developing firmware for field-programmable gate array (FPGA) of wireless modem products based on Software Defined Radio (SDR) technologies. The position is based in Germantown, MD.

• Working with teams of software and hardware engineers to design custom RF communications systems for a Software Defined Radio
• Designing and implementing waveform, signal detection, and feature extraction algorithms in firmware/software
• Working at the physical layer to design waveforms and signal detection/demodulation methods that can be used in custom RF communications systems
• Further Development of proven prototypes to a deployment standard
• Building system solutions from algorithms by transitioning them from simulations to instantiations on FPGA platforms
• Proposing verification methodologies and support the validation and testing of the implemented capabilities
• Documenting the design, implementation, and test processes, and present the technical results to product teams and senior leadership
• Development of Software/Firmware prototypes in an agile environment
• Testing of solutions, including lab and field testing
• Support demonstration of solution

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with an ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• 5+ years of experience with Signal Processing
• Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent, Master s degrees prefered.
• Demonstrated ability to design waveforms and signal processing techniques for RF communication systems in real-world environments
• Demonstrated experience with FPGA implementation and testbench design with VHDL, Verilog, and System Verilog
• Familiarity with Xilinx design process flow and tools (Vivado, Xilinx SDK)
• Demonstrated experience with developing algorithms using scripting languages such as MATLAB
• Experience with C, C++ and developing for embedded targets
• Lab integration / test / debug with Logic Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including concise presentation skills

• Experience with software defined radio architectures and experience prototyping and testing communications systems using open source SDR tools such as GNU Radio

• Developing innovative, meaningful products from scratch
• A dynamic, innovative, and productive workplace
• Cutting-edge technology & high-tech lab
• Continuous career growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K match
• Flextime
• Fun & games events
• Coffee, sweets, & much more...

Maxtena is an Equal Opportunity Employer.