FPGA & Embedded SW Engineer – Aerospace & Defense

Altera is an independent company delivering programmable solutions that power high-performance and mission-critical applications. Our FPGA technologies are widely deployed across aerospace, defense, and government systems where performance, reliability, and security are essential.
** Role Overview
** Altera is seeking an
** FPGA & Embedded Software*
* ** Engineer
* * to support the Aerospace & Defense organization. This role focuses on developing FPGA designs along with embedded software, partnering closely with defense and government customers to design, develop, and deploy FPGA-based systems for mission-critical applications.
** Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the Altera Hazlet, New Jersey office.
**** Key Responsibilities
*** Design, develop, and validate FPGA & Software solutions for Aerospace & Defense customer projects and reference platforms
* Collaborate directly with aerospace & defense customers to translate system requirements into FPGA & SW architectures
* Develop RTL-level design, including Verilog, VHDL, and test benches
* Develop embedded software (C++, Python) and Matlab code to control and monitor the FPGA
* Lead FPGA bring-up, debug, and validation in lab and customer environments
* Partner with FPGA, software, and systems engineering teams to deliver end-to-end solutions
* Develop technical documentation, validation plans, and customer-facing design collateral
* Troubleshoot system-level issues in demanding, mission-critical environments

The pay range below is for Bay Area California only. Actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experiences, trainings, etc. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.$120.3K - $174.2K USDWe use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for the position. Applicants must be eligible for any required U.S. export authorizations.###

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* Qualifications:

**** Minimum Qualifications
*** Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
* 6+ years of experience in FPGA design, development, or system integration
* RTL experience.
* Experience with FPGA design, FPGA to board interface, and hardware bring-up/debug
* Familiarity with FPGA-based systems and integration into larger platforms
* Knowledge of high-speed digital design and interfaces (e.g., DDR, PCIe, Ethernet)
* Hands-on lab experience using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and related tools
** Security Clearance Requirement
** This position may involve work on U.S. Government contracts that require access to controlled or classified information. Accordingly, all applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to obtain or maintain the required security clearance may result in the withdrawal of an employment offer or termination of employment, consistent with applicable law.
** Preferred Qualifications
*** Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or government programs
* Familiarity with Altera FPGA platforms and toolchain
* Experience with ruggedized or mission-critical hardware design environments
* Exposure to embedded systems and HW/SW co-design
* Experience working in customer-facing or applications engineering roles
** Key Competencies
*** Strong hardware debugging and system-level problem-solving skills
* Ability to translate complex mission requirements into practical engineering solutions
* Comfort working in customer-facing, high-visibility environments
* Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication
* Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities