Senior FPGA Logic Design

Universal Avionics; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

9/80 schedule (every other Friday off)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Universal Avionics in Duluth, GA, seeks a Senior FPGA / Logic Design Engineer to design, verify, and integrate FPGA/firmware for safety-critical avionics systems.

You will collaborate with hardware, software, systems, and certification teams, perform DO‑254 compliant development, and contribute to next‑generation cockpit technologies with real‑world impact. This onsite role offers relocation assistance and a strong engineering culture.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of FPGA / digital logic design experience.
• Strong VHDL and/or Verilog experience.
• Experience with FPGA simulation, debugging, and verification tools.
• Strong understanding of digital design and FPGA architecture.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex system‑level issues.
• Aerospace, avionics, defense, or safety‑critical experience highly preferred.
• DO‑254 experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and debug FPGA/firmware solutions for advanced avionics systems.
• Develop PLD requirements, architectures, and detailed design data.
• Perform simulation, verification, hardware integration, and lab testing.
• Troubleshoot complex hardware and firmware issues.
• Collaborate closely with hardware, software, systems, and certification teams.
• Support full lifecycle FPGA development in accordance with DO‑254 processes.
• Contribute to innovative aerospace technologies with real‑world operational impact.

Tools

Vivado FPGA Design Suite

ModelSim

Job description

FPGA Engineers - Want to Help Shape the Future of Flight?

At Universal Avionics, we develop advanced avionics, enhanced vision systems, and intelligent cockpit technologies that improve aviation safety and situational awareness worldwide.

For over 40 years, Universal Avionics has been a trusted innovator in aerospace technology, supporting commercial airlines, business aviation, cargo operations, and special mission aircraft around the globe.

We are looking for a Senior FPGA / Logic Design Engineer to join our engineering team and help develop next‑generation airborne systems operating in safety‑critical environments.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, test, and debug FPGA/firmware solutions for advanced avionics systems
• Develop PLD requirements, architectures, and detailed design data
• Perform simulation, verification, hardware integration, and lab testing
• Troubleshoot complex hardware and firmware issues
• Collaborate closely with hardware, software, systems, and certification teams
• Support full lifecycle FPGA development in accordance with DO‑254 processes
• Contribute to innovative aerospace technologies with real‑world operational impact

Why Engineers Love Working Here

• Work on advanced avionics technology that impacts flight safety worldwide, this is an opportunity to help shape the future of flight
• Solve complex FPGA and system‑level engineering challenges
• Collaborate with experienced engineers in a strong technical culture
• Gain exposure to innovative, high‑impact aerospace projects with strong growth opportunities

How Success Is Measured:

• Technical execution
• Contribution to complex avionics programs
• Engineering quality and reliability

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of FPGA / digital logic design experience
• Strong VHDL and/or Verilog experience
• Experience with FPGA simulation, debugging, and verification tools
• Strong understanding of digital design and FPGA architecture
• Ability to troubleshoot complex system‑level issues
• Aerospace, avionics, defense, or safety‑critical experience highly preferred
• DO‑254 experience is a strong plus

Our Engineering Mindset & Core Values:

We advance avionics technology through creative engineering and continuous improvement.

We hold ourselves to high standards in quality, reliability, and execution.

We solve complex technical challenges in demanding aerospace environments.

We value engineers who are proactive, collaborative, adaptable, and solutions oriented.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

At Universal Avionics, engineers are trusted to make meaningful technical contributions that directly impact aerospace innovation and flight operations worldwide.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Work on sophisticated avionics technologies
• Contribute to real‑world aerospace products
• Collaborate with experienced engineering professionals
• Gain exposure across the entire hardware development lifecycle
• Grow your technical expertise in a highly respected aerospace environment

Benefits begin on your first day as a full‑time employee.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with safe harbor match within 60 days.
• 9/80 work schedule option, every other Friday off
• Vacation, sick time, and 14 paid holidays
• Wellness and employee assistance programs
• And more

This role is based onsite in Duluth, Georgia due to the hands‑on nature of hardware integration and lab collaboration. Our engineers work in a modern facility designed to support technical innovation, cross‑functional collaboration, and focused engineering work.

Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

If you're passionate about FPGA development, aerospace innovation, and solving complex engineering challenges - we’d love to connect.

Universal Avionics’ products and technology are subject to U.S. export laws and regulations, including ITAR and EAR requirements. Employment eligibility may depend on work authorization and citizenship status in accordance with these regulations.