Electrical (FPGA) Engineer 1 (Onsite)

Transmission & Distribution World; Melbourne, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Annual incentive programs

Job summary

RTX is seeking an entry level FPGA Engineer 1 for an on-site role in Melbourne, FL. You will capture requirements, develop RTL in VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog, and create DO-254 artifacts for AEH.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering, hands-on RTL experience, and familiarity with FPGA tools. On-site work with a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related STEM major obtained prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Capture, decompose, and trace requirements for ASIC/FPGA/MPSoC digital architectures.
• Develop RTL and simulate in VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.
• Create testcases and test procedures for verification using SystemVerilog or VHDL.
• Create placement and timing constraints; perform synthesis, place and route.
• Perform static timing analysis, linting, LEC, and clock-domain-crossing analysis; verify using inspection, analysis, simulation, and testing methods.
• Create DO-254 certification artifacts for Airborne Electronic Hardware (AEH).

Skills

RTL

VHDL

Verilog

SystemVerilog

FPGA

Questasim

Vivado

Libero

Synplify Pro

Linux

scripting

C/C++

Python

Perl

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering (STEM)

Tools

Questasim

Vivado

Libero

Synplify Pro

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-31

Country: United States of America

Location: US-FL-MELBOURNE-313 1344 S Babcock St BLDG 313

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The company will offer immigration sponsorship for this position, if needed.? The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

This is an entry level FPGA Engineer 1 role. This role is onsite, in Melbourne, FL.

What You Will Do:

• You will do requirements capture, decomposition, and traceability and work on ASIC/FPGA/MPSoC digital architecture development and design.
• You will develop RTL design code and simulation in VHDL, Verilog, and/or SystemVerilog.
• You will create testcases and test procedures for verification environments using SystemVerilog or VHDL.
• You will create placement and timing constraints and you will perform synthesis, place and route.
• You will perform static timing analysis, linting analysis, LEC, and clock-domain-crossing analysis and perform ASIC/FPGA/MPSoC verification using inspection, analysis, simulation, and test methods.
• You will work on the creation of DO-254 certification artifacts for Airborne Electronic Hardware (AEH).

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained prior to start.
• Experience writing RTL and testbenches using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.
• Experience using FPGA specific tools (e.g. Questasim, Vivado, Libero, Synplify Pro, etc.).
• Experience with Linux (or Unix), scripting, C/C++, Python, and/or Perl.

*Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.*

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Ability to work with supervision, as part of a team of engineers with a variety of skills and backgrounds, located throughout the world and matrixed into projects with aggressive schedules and frequent milestones.
• Experience with DO-254 processes and design assurance activities for ASIC, FPGA, and/or MPSoc developments.
• Experience with data interfaces (PCIe, DDR, I2C, Ethernet, CDN, ARINC-429, etc.).

What We Offer:

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligibility

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.