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 support mission-critical defense and aerospace programs by performing ASIC and FPGA design, verification, and documentation for high-performance and secure systems. To be considered, you will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering (or related STEM field) plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience (or a Master’s degree with 3+ years).
Location: Bloomington, MN
Position: Advanced FPGA Engineer
Contract: 12 – 24 months with possibility of going direct
Pay: $81.92/ hour
Schedule: First Shift CLEARANCE: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance at time of hire.
In this role you will use your technical and interpersonal skills to:
- Define, design, verify, and document ASIC and FPGA developments throughout the full lifecycle
- Determine architecture, simulation approaches, and detailed design strategies
- Define module interfaces and support all aspects of device design and simulation
- Evaluate process flow including high-level design, synthesis, place-and-route, timing, and power utilization
- Create test and simulation plans, verify results, and analyze system performance
- Review vendor capabilities, foundry technologies, device libraries, and simulation tools
- Support process improvement initiatives for ASIC/FPGA development
- Generate technical engineering products using appropriate standards, processes, and tools
- Contribute to feasibility analysis for design proposals and specifications
- Select components and equipment based on defined requirements and reliability standards
- Provide leadership and technical guidance to junior engineers as needed
- Plan and execute project tasks independently with limited supervision
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related STEM field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; OR
- Master’s degree in a related field with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
Clearance Requirements:
- Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance at time of hire
- U.S. citizenship is required
Knowledge Skills And Abilities:
- Highly proficient in ASIC/FPGA engineering concepts, principles, and design techniques
- Strong understanding of ASIC/FPGA processes and related disciplines
- Expertise in design tools and methodologies for ASIC/FPGA development
- Ability to create and validate design concepts, test plans, and simulation strategies
- Skilled in Microsoft Office and technical documentation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly report issues and corrective actions
- Creative thinker with the ability to multi-task and work under limited direction
- Ability to collaborate with senior engineering teams and interface with customers as needed
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.
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
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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.