Top Secret FPGA/SDR Engineer

Insight Global

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MDJob$66–86/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$66–86/hr

Location

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

Work Authorization

Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

TS/SCI clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

Insight Global is hiring a Top Secret FPGA/SDR Engineer. Insight Global is seeking an FPGA Engineer to support an Army research and development program focused on advanced Electronic Warfare (EW), cyber, communications, and Software Defined Radio (SDR) technologies. This engineer will play a key role in the design, development, integration, and testing of FPGA-based solutions supporting next-generation defense capabilities. The ideal candidate has a strong background in FPGA development and is comfortable working across hardware, software, and embedded environments.

Key focus areas include Design, develop, and test FPGA-based solutions using VHDL and/or Verilog., Support development efforts utilizing Xilinx FPGA, SoC, and RFSoC platforms., and Develop and integrate FPGA functionality with embedded processors and software applications..

Successful candidates bring Active Top Secret Security Clearance With SCI Eligibility, Bachelor's In Electrical Engineering, and Bachelor's In Computer Engineering. Important skills include Verilog, Xilinx FPGA, SOC, RFSoC, Software Defined Radio Architectures, and Troubleshooting.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

VerilogXilinx FPGASOCRFSoCSoftware Defined Radio ArchitecturesTroubleshootingDebuggingElectronic WarfareCyberTactical Communications SystemsXilinx VivadoVitisRF Signal ProcessingModulationsDigital SamplingError CorrectionCompression TechniquesCC++PythonMATLABLinux-Based Embedded Systems

Qualifications

Active Top Secret Security Clearance With SCI EligibilityBachelor's in Electrical EngineeringBachelor's in Computer EngineeringBachelor's in Computer Science5+ Years FPGA Design and Development ExperienceExperience Developing FPGA-Based Solutions Using Xilinx PlatformsExperience Integrating Software and Hardware Within Embedded SystemsExperience Supporting Digital Signal ProcessingExperience Supporting RF CommunicationsExperience Supporting Signal Processing ApplicationsExperience With FPGA DesignExperience With FPGA Development

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Full job description

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking an FPGA Engineer to support an Army research and development program focused on advanced Electronic Warfare (EW), cyber, communications, and Software Defined Radio (SDR) technologies. This engineer will play a key role in the design, development, integration, and testing of FPGA-based solutions supporting next-generation defense capabilities.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in FPGA development and is comfortable working across hardware, software, and embedded environments. This role will focus heavily on FPGA technologies and SDR-based systems, requiring a hands-on engineer who can contribute throughout the development lifecycle—from architecture and design through integration, testing, and deployment.

This individual will work closely with software, embedded, and systems engineering teams to develop innovative solutions that directly support mission-critical capabilities for the warfighter.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and test FPGA-based solutions using VHDL and/or Verilog.

Support development efforts utilizing Xilinx FPGA, SoC, and RFSoC platforms.

Develop and integrate FPGA functionality with embedded processors and software applications.

Support Software Defined Radio (SDR) development, integration, and testing activities.

Collaborate with hardware, software, and systems engineering teams to develop mission-focused solutions.

Perform system integration, troubleshooting, debugging, and performance optimization.

Support architecture development, technical planning, and design reviews.

Participate in testing and validation activities supporting RF, communications, EW, and cyber-focused systems.

$66hr to $86hr.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

Active Top Secret Security Clearance w/ eligibility to be read on for SCI
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
5+ years of FPGA design and development experience
Experience with VHDL and/or Verilog
Experience developing FPGA-based solutions using Xilinx platforms, including SoC and RFSoC devices
Experience integrating software and hardware within embedded systems
Experience supporting digital signal processing (DSP), RF communications, or signal processing applications
Experience with FPGA design, development, testing, and system integration
Familiarity with Software Defined Radio (SDR) architectures and concepts

•Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills within FPGA and embedded environments • TS/SCI Clearance or Polygraph

Experience with Software Defined Radio (SDR) development and integration
Experience with Electronic Warfare (EW), Cyber, or tactical communications systems
Experience with Xilinx Vivado, Vitis, and related development tools
Experience developing integrated solutions utilizing both embedded processors and FPGA fabric
Experience with RF signal processing, modulations, digital sampling, error correction, or compression techniques
Experience with C, C++, Python, or MATLAB
Experience supporting defense R&D or prototype development efforts
Experience with Linux-based embedded systems

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