Aerospace FPGA & Firmware Engineer - DO-254, Onsite

Insight Global

Grand Rapids (MI)

On-site

USD 121,500 - 148,500

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401(k)
Tuition/Education Assistance
Parental Leave
Every other Friday off

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an FPGA/Firmware Engineer in Grand Rapids, MI to redevelop a flagship aerospace product. This hands-on role focuses on VHDL development, FPGA integration, and interface control within aircraft systems.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced teams, contributing to the full FPGA development lifecycle in a certification-driven environment. Expect mentorship in DO-254 certification processes and a consistent work schedule with every other Friday off.

Qualifications

  • 3-5+ years of FPGA or firmware development experience.
  • Strong VHDL and/or Verilog RTL coding experience.
  • Hands-on experience with Xilinx or Microchip FPGAs.

Responsibilities

  • Developing VHDL code for FPGA-based systems.
  • Designing and implementing FPGA interfaces.
  • Supporting communication between FPGA and aircraft subsystems.

Skills

FPGA development
VHDL coding
Experience with Xilinx/Microchip FPGAs
Simulation tools
Requirements-based verification
Understanding of DO-254

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Vivado
ISE
Libero
Active-HLD
QuestaSim

Job description

Insight Global is seeking an FPGA/Firmware Engineer in Grand Rapids, MI to redevelop a flagship aerospace product. This hands-on role focuses on VHDL development, FPGA integration, and interface control within aircraft systems.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced teams, contributing to the full FPGA development lifecycle in a certification-driven environment. Expect mentorship in DO-254 certification processes and a consistent work schedule with every other Friday off.

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