FPGA Designer

Ensco, Inc.; Village of Endicott (NY); On-site; USD 73,923 - 131,331; Full time

Job summary

ENSCO Avionics is seeking a qualified FPGA Designer to work on a variety of projects including IV&V, reverse engineering, and design. The role requires deep HDL knowledge and CHDL verification skills, plus U.S. citizenship.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure system requirements are met through rigorous testing and validation. This position offers regular full‑time employment with a focus on safety‑critical hardware development and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience.
• Hands‑on experience with HDL code generation.
• Hands‑on experience with CHDL simulation using Questa or a similar tool‑set.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing FPGA requirements and understanding the system.
• Reviewing design and implementation to ensure proper requirement coverage.
• Designing or reviewing tests and simulations to ensure proper verification of the system requirements.

Skills

HDL code generation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Questa HDL simulation

Job description

Overview

For more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading‑edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide.

ENSCO prides itself in creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology services to transform the future safety, security, and resiliency of critical missions on the ground, in the air, in space, and in the information systems that connect these domains.

Position Overview

ENSCO Avionics is looking for FPGA Designers to work on a wide range of projects including IV&V, reverse engineering and design.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing FPGA requirements and understanding the system.
• Reviewing design and implementation to ensure proper requirement coverage.
• Designing or reviewing tests and simulations to ensure proper verification of the system requirements.

Qualifications – Required

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience.
• Hands‑on experience with HDL code generation.
• Hands‑on experience with CHDL simulation using Questa or a similar tool‑set.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Qualifications – Desired

• Familiarity with the challenges of developing safety‑critical embedded firmware.
• Familiarity with DO‑254 processes and means of compliance.
• Experience writing HDL functional requirements and defining requirements‑based tests.

Required Certifications

None

Employment Details

Employment type: Regular Full‑time

Background Check type: 7‑Year Pre‑Employment

Drug Screen required: None

Position contingent upon contract award: Yes

Salary Range

$73,923.20 – $131,331.20 USD

REAL ID Requirement

This position may require the ability to access U.S. federal facilities. In accordance with the Department of Homeland Security's enforcement of the REAL ID Act, as of May 7, 2025, individuals must present a REAL ID‑compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative to gain entry.

Benefits

At ENSCO, a positive working environment and a competitive salary are only part of the reason for choosing a career here. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that creates a stimulating and supportive environment where you can thrive.

Export Control and Licensing

This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a non‑U.S. person may require an export license from the U.S. Government.

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EEO Statement

ENSCO, Inc. and its wholly owned U.S. subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers—veterans, disability.