Fpga Engineer

Actalent; United States; Hybrid; USD 138,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an FPGA Engineer to design, verify, and implement FPGA-based solutions for Navy torpedo testing systems. You will develop HDL code (Verilog/SystemVerilog/VHDL) in AMD/Xilinx environments and craft thorough verification plans and testbenches.

You will collaborate with firmware and systems teams, support hardware integration, and document designs and verification results. The role is hybrid with onsite lab work in Middletown, RI and requires eligibility for a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Practical experience developing FPGA designs using Verilog, SystemVerilog, and VHDL.
• Hands-on experience with AMD/Xilinx FPGA devices and the Vivado design tool suite.
• Experience creating and executing FPGA verification plans and developing testbenches.
• Experience supporting FPGA integration and hardware testing activities in a lab environment.
• Strong technical documentation skills, including writing design descriptions and verification reports.
• Ability to work onsite in Middletown, RI as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, modify, integrate, and verify FPGA implementations for Navy torpedo testing systems.
• Develop HDL code using Verilog, SystemVerilog, and VHDL in AMD/Xilinx environments.
• Create FPGA verification plans and testbenches to validate functionality and performance.
• Perform verification activities, analyze results, and refine designs.
• Support FPGA integration as designs move to hardware implementation.
• Troubleshoot FPGA and hardware issues during lab testing and integration.
• Use lab equipment to validate designs and maintain documentation.
• Collaborate with firmware, systems, and hardware engineers throughout development.
• Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback to improve reliability.
• Support system integration toward full hardware implementation and testing.
• Work onsite as needed during integration phases.

Skills

HDL design

Verilog/SystemVerilog

VHDL

AMD/Xilinx Vivado

Testbench development

Lab testing & debugging

Technical documentation

Oscilloscopes/DMMs

Security clearance (Secret)

Onsite work in Middletown RI

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Vivado

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

Job description

Job Title: FPGA Engineer

Job Description

The FPGA Engineer designs, implements, and verifies FPGA-based solutions that support advanced Navy torpedo testing systems. This role focuses on developing HDL code in AMD/Xilinx environments, creating robust verification plans and testbenches, and supporting hardware integration and laboratory testing. The engineer collaborates closely with cross-functional technical teams, produces clear engineering documentation, and contributes to the modernization of critical government systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, modify, integrate, and verify FPGA implementations that support Navy torpedo testing systems.
• Develop high-quality HDL code using Verilog, SystemVerilog, and VHDL within AMD/Xilinx FPGA development environments.
• Create comprehensive FPGA verification plans and develop testbenches to validate functionality and performance.
• Execute verification activities, analyze results, and refine designs based on test outcomes and system requirements.
• Support FPGA integration efforts as designs transition from development to hardware implementation.
• Troubleshoot FPGA and hardware-related issues during laboratory testing and integration activities.
• Utilize laboratory equipment, including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMMs), and other debugging tools, to validate and debug FPGA designs.
• Generate and maintain detailed technical documentation, including design descriptions, implementation plans, verification reports, and other engineering artifacts.
• Collaborate closely with firmware engineers, systems engineers, and technical leads throughout the entire development lifecycle.
• Participate in design reviews, present technical findings, and incorporate feedback to improve design quality and reliability.
• Contribute innovative technical solutions while operating within established engineering processes and standards.
• Support system integration activities as the program progresses toward full hardware implementation and testing.
• Work onsite as needed to support integration phases and hands-on laboratory testing.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Practical experience developing FPGA designs using Verilog, SystemVerilog, and VHDL.
• Hands-on experience with AMD/Xilinx FPGA devices and the Vivado design tool suite.
• Experience creating and executing FPGA verification plans and developing testbenches.
• Experience supporting FPGA integration and hardware testing activities in a lab environment.
• Strong technical documentation skills, including the ability to write clear design descriptions, implementation plans, and engineering reports.
• Hands-on experience using laboratory test equipment such as oscilloscopes and digital multimeters (DMMs) for debugging and validation.
• Ability to work onsite in Middletown, RI as required by project and integration activities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Proficiency in HDL design and verification, including testbench development and validation workflows.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams and participate in structured design reviews.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Ethernet interfaces for FPGA-based systems.
• Experience with SPI communication protocols and their implementation in FPGA designs.
• Experience working on defense, aerospace, or Navy programs and familiarity with their engineering processes.
• Experience supporting system-level integration efforts and resolving hardware-firmware interaction issues.
• Familiarity with embedded hardware development environments and workflows.
• Interest in modernizing and improving legacy government systems and test infrastructures.
• Ability to contribute innovative ideas within established engineering frameworks and processes.

Work Environment

This role operates in a hybrid work environment, combining remote work with onsite collaboration in Middletown, RI. During critical integration phases, the FPGA Engineer works onsite full time to support hands-on hardware implementation and laboratory testing. The work involves regular use of engineering and lab equipment such as AMD/Xilinx FPGA development tools (Vivado), oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMMs), and other debugging instruments. The environment is highly technical and collaborative, with close interaction among firmware, systems, and hardware engineers focused on modernizing and improving government test systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Middletown, RI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Middletown,RI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 2026.

About Actalent

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