Fpga Engineer

Digital Design / FPGA Hardware Engineer (Intermediate Level)

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Digital Design / FPGA Hardware Engineer to support the development of advanced hardware solutions for mission-critical systems. In this role, you will design, implement, and verify FPGA and digital hardware used in high-reliability applications, including missile systems and other complex products.

You will collaborate cross-functionally with systems engineers, circuit designers, and software teams throughout the full product lifecycle-from requirements definition through integration, testing, and production.

Key Responsibilities

+ Design and develop FPGA-based solutions across major platforms including Xilinx, Intel (Altera), and Microsemi

+ Implement designs using VHDL for applications such as:

+ Gigabit serial interfaces

+ RF and Electro-Optical (EO) digital signal processing (DSP)

+ Data links and embedded processing

+ Control systems and processor interfaces

+ Perform full lifecycle FPGA development, including architecture, coding, simulation, synthesis, and place-and-route

+ Collaborate with systems and hardware teams to define requirements and develop system architectures

+ Support algorithm modeling and performance optimization

+ Verify designs against requirements and support integration, validation, and testing efforts

+ Design and develop digital circuit cards and hardware assemblies for production environments

+ Ensure designs meet strict quality, reliability, and manufacturability standards

+ Work with high-speed digital interfaces such as PCIe and Ethernet

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

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Experience with digital hardware design and FPGA development

+ Strong understanding of digital circuits, processors, and embedded systems

+ Experience designing hardware for production-level systems

+ Familiarity with hardware validation and verification processes

Preferred Skills & Tools

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Experience with :

+ High-speed digital design

+ Microprocessors and microcontrollers

+ PCB/PWB design and schematic capture

+ Proficiency with tools such as:

+ Siemens Xpedition

+ Dx Designer

+ Hyper Lynx

+ Knowledge of:

+ Signal integrity and high-speed layout considerations

+ FPGA simulation and debugging tools

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Tucson, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:  - Medical, dental & vision  - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital  - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available  - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)  - Short and long-term disability  - Health Spending Account (HSA)  - Transportation benefits  - Employee Assistance Program  - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tucson,AZ.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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