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Principal Senior Engineer - FPGA Design

Job in Westminster, Adams County, Colorado, 80035, USA
Listing for: BAE Systems Plc
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-25
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Electronics Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 132962 - 226035 USD Yearly USD 132962.00 226035.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Principal Senior Engineer - FPGA Design - $15K Sign On Bonus
Job Description US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED

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Minimum $15,000 Sign-On Bonus being offered for external hires.

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

What You'll Do:

* Apply innovative design techniques to create cutting-edge electronic systems.

* Work in a fast-paced team environment on a variety of R&D, proof of concept, and production programs.

* FPGA development and digital IP integration for space systems, high reliability electronic systems. Assignments include designs which will include SOC architectures, digital filters, image processing algorithms, and communication interfaces/protocols.

* Architect and lead complex FPGA SoC designs with AMD (Xilinx) software and IP.

* Provide technical leadership and roadmaps for future products.

* Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.

* Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.

* Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment:
This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

* Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.

* May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.

* May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

* BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 8 or more years related experience.

* Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.

* Digital system partitioning and advanced function implementation in FPGAs.

* Solid electronic circuit design and electronic systems background.

* Expertise in VHDL/Verilog and System Verilog.

* Experience with FPGA design tools including Xilinx Vivado/Vitis and Mentor Modelsim/Questasim.

* Ability to work requirements and flow down for system/subsystem/box/board needs.

* Good communication skills as well as excellent presentation skills.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

* Solid design, documentation and implementation of high-speed digital electronics, FPGAs, and embedded processor systems.

* Demonstrated technical leadership skills in FPGA design.

* Experience with OVM/UVM Verification methodologies.

* Experience developing specifications, cost, schedule, and resource requirements for digital/FPGA designs.

* Familiarity with high-speed interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet).

* Familiarity with Signal Processing algorithms and DSP techniques.

* Experience with cybersecurity topics/techniques.

* Familiarity with Mentor Graphic Hyperlynx for SI analysis.

* Space or military experience.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035

Please note:

This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits:

At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance.

Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of…
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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