FPGA Developer

Elbit Systems of America; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Elbit Systems of America is searching for an FPGA developer to join a multidisciplinary team focused on advanced image processing for airborne sensors. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mathematical background, extensive experience in FPGA design, and a commitment to skill development. Responsibilities include developing new applications throughout the product lifecycle and testing FPGA components.

This position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and support for professional growth through training and mentorship.

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Qualifications

• 5+ years of RTL design for FPGAs with VHDL, Verilog, or System Verilog.
• Experience with image processing algorithms and high-speed interfaces.
• Must be a U.S. citizen eligible for security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support existing FPGA designs with upgrades and new features.
• Develop new FPGA applications through the complete product lifecycle.
• Conduct rigorous testing and support field testing events.

Skills

Matlab programming

Python programming

C++ programming

FPGA design (VHDL/Verilog/System Verilog)

AI/ML algorithms (Vitis AI)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or equivalent

Tools

Xilinx tools (Zynq, Versal, Alveo)

Linux

Job description

Job Summary

Logos is searching for an FPGA developer to join a multidisciplinary team implementing state‑of‑the‑art image processing and exploitation algorithms for airborne imaging sensor systems and supporting a diverse portfolio of image and signal processing capabilities. The successful candidate will have a strong mathematical background, experience with image processing algorithms, good programming abilities, and a desire to continuously improve and diversify their engineering skills. The position will be supported by appropriate supervision, training, and mentoring. Some travel supporting system design and flight testing will be required.

Responsibilities

• Support existing FPGA image processing designs with bug fixes, version upgrades, and new features as required.
• Work with system and algorithm engineers to partition new applications into components well suited for FPGA implementation.
• Develop new FPGA processing applications through the entire product lifecycle.
• Rigorously test FPGA components with simulation, hardware‑in‑the‑loop and software‑in‑the‑loop integration testing.
• Support field testing events for FPGA based systems.

Experience, Education, License And Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a STEM field OR a combination of education and relevant experience.
• 5+ years of RTL design for FPGAs in VHDL or Verilog, or System Verilog – knowledge of all three strongly preferred.
• Experience implementing signal or image processing algorithms into FPGA fabric.
• Experience with high‑speed interfaces (ex. PCIe, CoaXPress, 10GbE) and DDR memory controllers.
• Experience with large FPGA designs on Kintex or Virtex devices including challenging timing closure.
• Experience with Xilinx Zynq, Versal, or Alveo system design.

Skills And Abilities

• Matlab and Python programming.
• C++ programming.
• Mapping data processing algorithms to FPGAs using Vitis HLS.
• Implementing AI/ML inference algorithms using Vitis AI.
• Linux device driver development.
• Bit‑accurate validation of complex designs against algorithm models.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a security clearance.
• Demonstrated analytical problem solving.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently, prioritize effectively, and drive programs forward with limited oversight.

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally when required.

Benefits Highlights

• Robust medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage.
• Healthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selections.
• Virtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetes.
• Company paid basic life insurance. Additional life and AD&D insurances are available.

Paid Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• 401k program to plan for your future with company match 75% up to 8% plus 1% employer contribution.
• Company paid time off (vacation and sick).
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption assistance.
• Fertility and family building assistance.

Additional Benefits

• Lifestyle spending account.
• Perks at work.
• Generous employee referral program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Voluntary benefits available: longer term care, legal, identity theft, pet insurance, and many more options.

These are highlights of Elbit America benefits. If there is a conflict with these highlights, company policy or benefits plan documents shall govern. Benefits are subject to change.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

Compensation for this position is expected to fall within the posted salary range. Placement within the range will be determined based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, internal equity, and business needs. The posted range reflects the company’s good‑faith estimate of the compensation for this role at the time of posting.

Disclaimer

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.