Senior FPGA Firmware Engineer - Real-Time RF DSP

Rapiscan Systems, Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 131,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental Electronics Corporation seeks an FPGA Firmware Engineer to design, verify, and integrate FPGA-based DSP and control functions for advanced RF transmitter systems. You will work across firmware, hardware bring-up, and software integration in a fast-paced engineering environment.

The role requires 5+ years of FPGA/firmware development, VHDL, Xilinx Vivado, and the ability to obtain/maintain a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of FPGA/firmware development experience.
• Proficiency with Xilinx toolchain (Vivado; Questa or equivalent simulation tools)
• Strong VHDL and digital design fundamentals.
• Experience with synthesis, implementation, timing closure, and lab debug
• Experience with Git-based workflows
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
• Ability to travel occasionally
• Selected candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance issued by the U.S. Government throughout the course of their employment.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement FPGA firmware in VHDL for real-time signal processing and control
• Build and run simulation/verification workflows and support timing closure
• Debug and validate prototypes in the lab using standard RF/digital test equipment
• Collaborate with software and hardware teams on FPGA-host and board-level interfaces
• Uphold the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
• Report quality problems or defects to prevent recurrence
• Duties may be modified or assigned to meet business needs

Skills

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

MS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Xilinx Vivado

ViSTA?

Job description

Continental Electronics Corporation seeks an FPGA Firmware Engineer to design, verify, and integrate FPGA-based DSP and control functions for advanced RF transmitter systems. You will work across firmware, hardware bring-up, and software integration in a fast-paced engineering environment.

The role requires 5+ years of FPGA/firmware development, VHDL, Xilinx Vivado, and the ability to obtain/maintain a Secret clearance.