Principal FPGA / RTL Design Engineer – Signal Processing

Motorola Solutions Inc; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive bonus plans

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K with company match

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Motorola Solutions, Inc. in Los Angeles is seeking an FPGA Design Engineer to contribute to wireless networking projects within Silvus Technologies.

The role involves RTL coding, synthesis, timing closure, and hardware verification on FPGA-based designs, with collaboration across RF and software teams. The position requires a BS or higher in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with 2+ years FPGA experience, U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field plus 2+ years FPGA design experience.
• US Person required due to U.S. federal contracts.
• Background check and drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Digital design architecting for wireless communication projects.
• Fixed point design of signal processing blocks with systems engineers.
• RTL coding, simulation, and test bench development.
• FPGA synthesis and timing closure.
• Hardware verification and troubleshooting with logic analyzers.
• Provide support to RF and Software Engineering teams.

Skills

FPGA design

Xilinx FPGA

Vivado

Python

Tcl

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

B.S. in Computer Science

M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Vivado IDE

MATLAB

Job description

## FPGA Design EngineerApply: Los Angeles, CA: Full time: Posted 3 Days Ago: R70443## **Company Overview**At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.## **Department Overview**Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications – on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments. Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc.## Job Description*Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “**Keeping Our Heroes Connected**”?* THE OPPORTUNITY Silvus is seeking an ***FPGA Design Engineer*** who will report to the *Director of FPGA Engineering* on the FPGA Engineering team. The successful individual in this role participates in all aspects of the research and development process from concept to field deployment. FPGA Design Engineers are responsible for the efficient implementation of novel signal processing algorithms for Silvus' MIMO wireless networking products. In addition, they participate in the support and development of FPGA-based designs for our advanced wireless systems R&D. These are exciting projects aimed at addressing challenging real-world communication needs. Thisposition is based at Silvus Technologies’ headquarters in the heart of vibrant **West Los Angeles, CA**, and is on a hybrid schedule. A minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES* Digital design architecting for wireless communication projects.* Fixed point design of signal processing blocks while working with systems engineers.* RTL coding, simulation, and test bench development.* FPGA synthesis and timing closure.* Hardware verification and troubleshooting; familiarity with logic analyzers.* Provide support to the RF and Software Engineering teams.* Perform other related duties of which the above are representative. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS* Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field plus a minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience in FPGA design; OR an advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.* Proven expertise working with multiple clock-domain, high-utilization FPGA designs.* Experience with Xilinx FPGAs, SoCs, and the Vivado IDE.* Experience with tcl or python.* **Must be a U.S. Person** (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.* **All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.** PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES* Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE).* Demonstrated experience with fixed point binary arithmetic, and digital signal processing designs.* Experience using MATLAB.* Experience with communication systems on FPGA or ASIC designs. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS* Office environment.* Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following: + Lift equipment up to 20 lbs. for the set-up of demonstrations and testing. + Perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves. + Kneeling or squatting to access lower shelves. + Walking/Moving in the labs. COMPENSATION: $110,000 - $150,000 / annually #silvuscareers Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. **NOTE - As a US Federal Contractor, Silvus Technologies requires that ALL candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen). Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements (needed for some Engineering or R&D roles) will be included in the Required Qualifications section of the posted position. This does NOT apply to international positions; only job postings for positions located in the US.**## Basic Requirements* Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field plus a minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience in FPGA design; OR an advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.* **Must be a U.S. Person** (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.* **All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.** ## Travel RequirementsNone## Relocation ProvidedNone## Position TypeNew Grad## Referral Payment PlanYes**Our U.S. Benefits include:*** Incentive Bonus Plans* Medical, Dental, Vision benefits* 401K with Company Match* 10 Paid Holidays* Generous Paid Time Off Packages* Employee Stock Purchase Plan* Paid Parental & Family Leave* and more!***EEO Statement***Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.