Firmware Engineer 2 (Onsite)

Socket.dev; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Job summary

RTX is hiring entry level Firmware Engineers to support DoD programs in Largo, FL. You will work on FPGA/SOC/CPLD firmware development alongside an IP team in an onsite role, supporting test, debugging, and integration activities.

The role requires an advanced STEM degree and knowledge of HDL, scripting, and FPGA tools. Commitment to a secure hiring process is emphasized, with relocation eligibility and a broad benefits package.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related STEM field.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Responsibilities

• Generate firmware requirements based on the system architecture.
• Generate firmware documentation that describes the firmware architecture.
• Design HDL-based digital circuits that are structured and readable.
• Build test benches to verify/test the HDL-based design.
• Generate constraints for target device.
• Create scripts to automate build, integration, and test activities.
• Verify target device functionality in laboratory environment.

Skills

Embedded processors

SoC development

FPGA design

VHDL

Simulation tools

Scripting (TCL/Perl/Python)

Education

Advanced STEM degree

Tools

Mentor Graphics

Synopsys

Cadence

Xilinx/AMD

Intel/Altera

Lattice

Microsemi

Linux

Python

TCL

Perl

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-18

Country: United States of America

Location: US-FL-LARGO-382SS ~ 7887 Bryan Dairy Rd. ~ BLDG 100

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is hiring entry level Firmware Engineers to support programs for our US military and various international customers, keeping the world safe from foreign threats. As a Firmware Engineer, you will be a member of an Integrated Program Team (IPT)) creating complex firmware solutions implemented in Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), System on Chip (SOC), and Complex Programmable Logic Devices (CPLDs). Development activities may also include laboratory integration, test and evaluation, fault isolation of prototype hardware, and system qualification testing support. This role is onsite, in Largo, Florida.

What You Will Do:

As an entry level Firmware Engineer 2atCollins Aerospace, you will…..

• You will generate firmware requirements based on the system architecture.
• You will generate firmware documentation that describes the firmware architecture.
• You will design HDL based digital circuits that are structured and readable.
• You will build test benches to verify/test the HDL based design.
• You will generate constraints for target device.
• You will create scripts to automate build, integration, and test activities.
• You will verify target device functionality in laboratory environment.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• An advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) degree obtained prior to start.

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

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in embedded processors and SoC development for FPGA devices
• Experience in FPGA design implementation with VHDL design language
• Experience in the following Simulation Tools: Mentor Graphics, Synopsys, or Cadence
• Experience in the following Development Tools: AMD (Xilinx), Intel (Altera), Lattice, or Microsemi (Actel) FPGA.
• Experience in TCL, Perl, or Python for Scripting and in FPGA Development with Linux Operating System.

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

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.

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.

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.