Electrical Engineer

Solidus Technical Solutions, LLC; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Benefits package

Job summary

Solidus Technical Solutions, LLC is seeking an electrical engineer with FPGA development or verification experience to design, develop, and verify FPGA solutions across major vendor platforms. The role involves translating system concepts into reliable FPGA implementations supporting gigabit interfaces, RF/EO DSP, embedded processing, and data links.

You will work with circuit card designers and systems engineers to deliver production-quality FPGA releases, architect FPGA-based systems, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years FPGA development or verification experience.
• Experience with Xilinx, Altera, or Microsemi devices.
• Proficiency in VHDL coding and simulation.
• Experience with gigabit serial interfaces and DSP or data links.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver production-quality FPGA releases from proof of concept to production.
• Architect FPGA-based systems including components, interfaces, and CONOPS.
• Translate system requirements into detailed FPGA requirements.
• Develop reliable VHDL across FPGA families for various applications.
• Verify designs using directed tests and constrained random testing.
• Track and analyze functional and code coverage for verification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on requirements and architecture.
• Support projects to meet schedules, technical goals, and cost targets.
• Create design documentation including requirements, verification plans, and guides.
• Participate in internal and external design reviews and integration activities.

Skills

FPGA development

VHDL coding

Verification

Gigabit interfaces

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree

Job description

This position requires onsite work in Tucson, AZ and an active Secret security Clearance. Candidates who do not hold this clearance are not eligible for hire.

Solidus is seeking a electrical Engineer with experience in FPGA development or verification to join our growing team. In this role, you will design, develop, and verify FPGA solutions across major vendor platforms including Xilinx, Altera, and Microsemi. You will work closely with circuit card designers and systems engineers to translate system-level concepts into reliable, production-ready FPGA implementations supporting applications such as gigabit serial interfaces, RF/EO DSP, embedded processing, controls, and advanced data links.

Day In The Life

• Design and deliver production-quality FPGA releases from initial proof of concept through final production
• Architect FPGA-based systems including component selection, interface definitions, and Concept of Operations (CONOPS)
• Translate system-level requirements into clear, actionable FPGA requirements
• Develop reliable and maintainable VHDL code across various FPGA families and applications
• Verify FPGA designs using self-checking methodologies, including both directed tests and constrained random testing
• Track and analyze functional and code coverage to ensure thorough verification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on requirements development, algorithm modeling, and architectural decisions
• Support projects and drive execution to meet program schedules, technical goals, and cost targets
• Create comprehensive design documentation including requirements, verification plans, and user guides
• Participate in and support internal and external technical design reviews
• Provide engineering support throughout integration, testing, and final product release
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Active Secret clearance is required
• Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, OR Master's degree with 0 years of relevant experience
• Cultural fit amongst a collaborative team environment
• Experience in FPGA development or verification involving Xilinx, Altera, or Microsemi devices
• Proficiency in VHDL coding, simulation, and FPGA design methodologies
• Experience with gigabit serial interfaces, RF/EO DSP applications, data links, controls, or embedded processing
• Understanding of verification techniques, including directed and constrained random testing
• Ability to read, interpret, and translate system-level requirements into detailed FPGA requirements
• Familiarity with coverage metrics and verification best practices
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional engineering teams
• Strong documentation skills and experience with configuration management processes
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to contribute to schedule and technical planning

What We Will Bring

Solidus offers you an exciting opportunity to tackle the nation's greatest challenges applying innovation and expertise to produce cutting-edge results that have a long-lasting impact. We offer outstanding benefits, generous PTO and much more!

Benefit selection, customer contractual specifications, relevant work experience, skills, competencies, certifications, and clearance status will influence the final salary.

Solidus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities regarding all terms and conditions of employment to all employees and qualified applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The Company will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

Please Note: Solidus does not accept applications from agencies, 3rd party vendors, or applications with incomplete information.