Advanced FPGA Engineer
Our DoD/Aerospace client is looking to fill an Advanced FPGA Engineer position that just opened in Bloomington, MN. In this role, you will be responsible for the definition, design, verification, simulation, and documentation of FPGA and ASIC developments supporting mission-critical aerospace and defense systems. You will contribute to architecture development, device design, synthesis, place and route, timing analysis, test planning, and performance verification throughout the FPGA development lifecycle. To be considered, you will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related STEM field plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, OR a Master’s degree plus 3 years of relevant experience.
Location: Bloomington, MN
Position: Advanced FPGA Engineer
Contract: 12–24 Months or Longer
Pay: $81.92/hour
Shift: 1st Shift
Responsibilities:
- Define, design, verify, and document FPGA and ASIC solutions
- Develop system architectures and detailed design approaches
- Define module interfaces and all aspects of device design and simulation
- Perform synthesis, place and route, timing analysis, and power optimization activities
- Create and execute simulation and test plans to validate functionality and performance
- Analyze and verify test results and recommend design improvements
- Support technical engineering product development using established standards, processes, and tools
- Research customer requirements, specifications, and technical data to determine design feasibility
- Select components and equipment based on reliability and performance requirements
- Participate in continuous improvement of FPGA engineering processes
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and project stakeholders
- Support major aerospace and defense development programs
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related STEM discipline plus 5+ years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree plus 3+ years of relevant experience
- Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Experience with FPGA and/or ASIC design, development, verification, and documentation
- Experience with architecture definition, simulation, synthesis, place and route, timing analysis, and power utilization
- Ability to develop test plans, simulation plans, and performance verification procedures
- Experience selecting components and equipment based on technical specifications and reliability requirements
- Strong understanding of FPGA development lifecycle processes and engineering standards
- Proficiency with FPGA/ASIC design and simulation tools
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience leading FPGA development efforts and mentoring junior engineers
- Ability to analyze customer specifications and determine design feasibility
- Experience reviewing vendor capabilities, foundry technologies, device libraries, and simulation tools
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced engineering environment
- Experience working in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industries
Work Environment:
- 100% Onsite
- Bloomington, Minnesota
- Flexible and collaborative engineering environment supporting advanced defense technologies
Security Requirements:
- Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance
- U.S. Citizenship required due to the nature of the work performed
About our client:
Our client is a mission critical DOD – Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that will lead, serve, and protect our country. Our client develops strategic systems for defense, civil government, intelligence and cyber end users on a international basis.
About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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APR Consulting, Inc., is one of the most trusted talent acquisition and workforce solutions providers in the United States. Known for exceptional responsiveness, agile strategies, and consistently high-level talent, the firm has become a go-to for organizations and managed services providers navigating complex change and urgent challenges. Since its founding in 1980, APR has transformed from a California IT-focused staffing firm to a full-service solutions provider filling a wide range of positions and serving over eight industries — including aerospace and defense, healthcare, IT, telecom, hospitality/gaming, sports/entertainment, government, and utilities –– in all 50 states, with a loyal roster of more than 850 specialized professionals.