Senior ASIC/FPGA Design Engineer

RTX; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking an experienced FPGA/ASIC design engineer based in McKinney, TX to define system‑level requirements and develop digital architectures. You will implement RTL designs, verify modules, and support timing, power, and functional analyses in a collaborative lab setting. The role requires 5+ years of FPGA/ASIC experience, proficiency with Xilinx/Altera devices, and strong scripting skills.

A DoD Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• Requires BS in STEM and 5+ years FPGA/ASIC design, RTL development, and verification.
• Experience with Xilinx/Altera FPGAs or related devices is required.
• Experience with high‑speed interfaces (PCIe, GbE, VPX) and debugging/scripting (Python/Perl/Shell) is essential.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Define ASIC/FPGA requirements from system specs and develop digital architectures.
• Implement RTL designs and perform timing, power, and functional analyses.
• Integrate and verify FPGA modules in a lab using standard simulation and hardware tools; collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

Skills

FPGA design

ASIC design

RTL development

Verification

Xilinx/Altera FPGAs

High-speed interfaces

Python/Perl/Shell

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM

Tools

SystemVerilog

Verilog

VHDL

Python scripting

MATLAB

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-07-28

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WD ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING D BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

What You Will Do:

The selected candidate will define ASIC/FPGA requirements from system specifications, develop digital architectures, implement RTL designs, and perform timing, power, and functional analysis. They will integrate and verify FPGA modules in a lab environment using industry‑standard simulation, emulation, and hardware test tools.The candidate will work closely with cross‑functional engineering teams, support design reviews and documentation, and follow established development processes

This is an onsite role based in McKinney, TX.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).
• 5+ years experience in FPGA/ASIC design, RTL development, and verification
• Experience with Xilinx/Altera FPGAs or other related devices
• Experience with digital design and high‑speed interfaces (PCI/PCIe, VPX, Gb Ethernet, Ienterlaken)
• Experience with debug capability and scripting proficiency (Python, Perl, Shell)
• The ability to obtain andmaintaina U.S. government issued security clearance post-start isrequired. U.S. citizenship isrequired, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in advanced FPGA design and development
• Experience with ASIC design and development processes
• Experience with System Verilog and UVM verification methodologies
• Experience with embedded software development and firmware–hardware integration
• Experience using MATLAB for modeling, analysis, or algorithm development

What We Offer:

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

_ As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. _

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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