Advanced ASIC FPGA Engineer

Advanced Asic Fpga Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems is seeking a proficient/experienced Asic/Fpga Design Engineer to lead digital design efforts using Vhdl on an interim Fpga platform, transitioning designs to full Asic implementation in collaboration with a packaging team. This role sits within a close-knit team of 5-6 engineers with a key focus on mentoring others through the conversion process. This position is on-site with up to 10% travel to customer sites.

• Responsible for definition, design, verification and documentation for Asic and/or Fpga developments
• Determines architecture, system simulation and detailed design approach with emphasis on Vhdl-based digital design
• Defines module interfaces and all aspects of device design and simulation
• Evaluates the process flow including but not limited to high level design, synthesis, place and route, timing and power utilization
• Creates test and simulation plans that establish functional criteria
• Verifies test results and analyzes performance
• Reviews vendor capabilities, foundry technologies, device libraries and simulation tools
• Participates in the improvement of Asic/Fpga organizational processes
• Supports the generation of technical engineering products by using the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the Asic/Fpga development life cycle
• Contributes to the research and analysis of data, such as customer design proposal specifications and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application
• Selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability
• Conducts hardware integration and testing using lab equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and Jtag debuggers
• Collaborates with Asic packaging team to execute Fpga-to-Asic conversion
• Mentors and guides engineers through the Fpga-to-Asic conversion methodology and best practices
• Contributes to the completion of major programs and projects
• Supports program execution with awareness of project scope, schedule and cost objectives
• Plans and executes project tasks for activities described above

• Fully proficient understanding of Asic/Fpga engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• Fully proficient in the principles and techniques of Asic/Fpga design including Fpga-to-Asic conversion
• Strong proficiency in Vhdl for digital design and simulation
• Hands-on experience with Microsemi and/or Xilinx Fpga platforms
• Fully proficient with Vivado, Libero, Mentor, and/or Cadence eda tools
• Hardware integration experience with lab tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, Jtag debuggers)
• Fully proficient knowledge of other related disciplines including Pcb/circuit board design
• Ability to mentor others through complex technical processes
• Keeps abreast of technology trends in Asic/Fpga and semiconductor design
• Grasps and applies new information quickly
• Fully proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to recognize and clearly report information relevant to sound Asic/Fpga design
• Fully proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to think creatively and multi-task effectively
• Fully proficient skill in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions
• Working knowledge of earned value concepts and Cost Account Management (Cam) as they relate to program execution
• Frequent contact with project leaders, internal work groups, external customers, and vendors
• Identifies opportunities to apply Ai for continuous improvement and innovation

• Strong proficiency in Vhdl for digital design and simulation
• Hands-on experience with Microsemi and/or Xilinx Fpga development
• Proficiency with Vivado, Libero, Mentor, and/or Cadence eda tools
• Hardware integration experience with lab tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, Jtag debuggers)
• Ability to mentor others through technical processes
• Ability to obtain a Dod Security Clearance within 18 months
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field plus a minimum of 5 years relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years relevant experience

• Active Dod Security Clearance
• Asic design or tape-out experience
• Pcb/circuit board design background
• Fpga-to-Asic conversion experience
• Experience with project cost and schedule awareness in a program environment