FPGA Engineer

Quest Defense; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Professional development support

Flexible workplace

Job summary

Quest Defense Systems and Solutions is seeking FPGA Engineers to design, verify and implement digital logic for major FPGA platforms. You will work on requirements definition, architecture, VHDL coding, simulation, debug and production support in a hands-on environment.

The roles include mid-level and senior/principal positions, onsite in Tucson, with DoD clearance and US Citizenship required. Competitive benefits and a focus on mission-critical aerospace and defense programs await.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in digital design and FPGA development.
• Experience with VHDL and FPGA verification.
• Knowledge of Xilinx or Microsemi toolchains.

Responsibilities

• Architect FPGA-based systems, defining interfaces and CONOPS.
• Translate system requirements into FPGA requirements.
• Design and code FPGA implementations in VHDL with emphasis on reliability.
• Perform simulation, place-and-route, and verification.
• Track functional and code coverage during verification.
• Integrate and debug designs in lab environments.
• Deliver production-quality FPGA releases from prototype to production.
• Create detailed documentation: requirements, verification plans, user guides.

Skills

Digital design

VHDL coding

Xilinx tools

Tools

Xilinx toolchain

Microsemi toolchain

ModelSim/verification

Job description

<\p>We’re seeking engineers who thrive on solving hard problems and turning bold ideas into real-world solutions. If you’re driven to design, develop, and test technology that truly makes an impact, you’ll feel at home here.

Quest Defense Systems and Solutions is actively hiring FPGA Engineers to design and verify digital logic solutions for major FPGA platforms including Xilinx, Altera, and Microsemi. Work spans the full development lifecycle — requirements definition, architecture, VHDL coding, simulation, integration, debug, documentation, and support through production. Applications include gigabit serial interfaces, RF/EO DSP, controls, embedded processing, and processor interfaces. Engineers collaborate with circuit card designers and systems engineers through every stage of development.

We are hiring FPGA Engineers at various levels!

Location: Onsite Tucson, AZ. Relocation assistance is available

Citizenship: Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.

Clearance: Active DoD Security Clearance

What you will be doing:

• Architect FPGA‑based systems, determining interfaces, device selection, and concept of operations (CONOPS).
• Translate system‑level requirements into FPGA requirements.
• Design and code FPGA implementations in VHDL with emphasis on reliability and maintainability.
• Perform simulation, place‑and‑route, and verification using both directed tests and constrained‑random techniques.
• Track functional and code coverage during verification.
• Integrate and debug designs in lab environments.
• Deliver production‑quality FPGA releases from prototype through full production.
• Create detailed documentation: requirements, verification plans, user guides.
• Support internal and external technical reviews.

Qualifications You Must Have:

FPGA Engineer – Mid–Level

• Minimum 5 years’ experience including at least one of:
  • Digital design & VHDL coding
  • Xilinx or Microsemi device/tools experience
  • Delivering FPGA solutions to system‑level applications
  • Hands‑on integration & debug

FPGA Engineer – Senior/Principal Level

• Minimum 8 years of experience including at least one of the above areas.
• Ability to support complex design efforts from concept through production.
• Experience of collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in radar or image processing (RF/EO).
• Embedded systems design using ARM, Microblaze, or Nios processors.
• Experience with gigabit serial interfaces and multi‑gigabit transceivers (MGTs).
• UVM/System Verilog‑based constrained‑random verification.
• Verification using emulation platforms such as Veloce.

The QDSS Advantage:

At QDSS, our advantage is purpose-driven work, collaborative teams, and complex challenges that push boundaries and build lasting impact. You’ll grow your career while contributing to mission‑critical programs that demand excellence and shape the future.

What You’ll Find Here

• Work That Matters – Next-generation, safety- and mission-critical projects where your contributions have real-world impact.
• Growth That’s Supported – Competitive compensation, employer‑matched 401(k), certification assistance, and clear opportunities for advancement.
• A Culture That Works – A flexible, collaborative, and people‑first environment where teamwork, innovation, and balance are valued.

Benefits Include

• Competitive pay, comprehensive medical/dental/life and disability coverage, 401(k) with employer match, professional development support, and a flexible, friendly workplace.

Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications

Pay Ranges

$145,000—$185,000 USD

At Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don’t just build technology — we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting‑edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission‑critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem‑solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high‑quality, transformative solutions sets us apart — not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we’re not just leading the industry — we’re revolutionizing it.

Quest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and 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.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.