SLD FPGA Verification Engineer III - Lunar Permanence

Blue Origin; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 130,706 - 182,987; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 5% match

Paid Time Off up to four weeks

Stock options for regular employees

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced FPGA Verification Engineer in Merritt Island, Florida. This role involves verification of FPGA-based solutions for the Lunar Permanence program. Responsibilities include developing verification plans using UVM, generating test cases, and running simulations to ensure high Design Assurance Levels. Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in FPGA or ASIC verification and a BS/MS in Electrical Engineering. Benefits include competitive pay, medical coverage, and stock options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience verifying FPGAs or ASICs.
• Experience with predictive testbenches and constrained-random verification.
• Ability to develop detailed test plans and report progress.

Responsibilities

• Perform requirements‑based verification of FPGAs using Universal Verification Methodology (UVM).
• Create comprehensive verification and validation plans.
• Generate reports to support design certification.

Skills

FPGA verification

UVM

RTL simulation tools

SystemVerilog

Debugging skills

Education

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Siemens QuestaSim

ModelSim

Python

Perl

Job description

Job Overview

Part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, this role focuses on verification of FPGA-based solutions for Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. You will work within the Sustaining Lunar Development program’s avionics, guidance, and navigation group, developing requirements, performing formal methods verification, UVM-based simulation, and on-target testing for our Human Landing System (HLS) vehicle.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform requirements‑based verification of FPGAs using Universal Verification Methodology (UVM).
• Create comprehensive verification and validation plans covering functional and system‑level verification.
• Develop IP/subsystem/system‑level testbenches and tests to meet coverage goals.
• Document plans and procedures.
• Write directed and random test cases.
• Generate reports to support design certification to a high Design Assurance Level (DAL).

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a closely related field.
• 5+ years experience verifying FPGAs or ASICs.
• In‑depth experience with RTL simulation tools such as Siemens QuestaSim, ModelSim, or equivalent.
• In‑depth knowledge of SystemVerilog and UVM.
• Expertise in developing verification environments and components from scratch.
• Understanding of coverage types, cover classes, points, and functional coverage assertions.
• Experience with predictive testbenches, constrained‑random verification, and register abstraction layers.
• Ability to develop detailed test plans, run regressions, collect coverage matrices, and report progress.
• Strong debugging skills to isolate issues between RTL design and testbench or test cases.

Desired

• Familiarity with the following is also helpful:
  • AXI protocols, PCIe, Ethernet, SPI, I2C interfaces
  • Debugging FPGA/ASIC hardware and assisting with HW/SW integration
  • Managing regression and continuous integration infrastructure within GitLab
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or TCL/Shell for automation.
• Working knowledge of NPR 7150.2, DO‑254, or other safety‑critical software standards.

Compensation

WA applicants: $130,706.00 – $182,987.70. Other site ranges may differ.

Culture Statement

We encourage qualified candidates who do not meet every desired qualification to apply. If you are excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, you may still be the right fit.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted holder of a refugee or asylum status.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check.
• For certain job profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if the role involves a military installation.
• Other specific background checks may apply based on job responsibilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, 401(k) with up to 5% match, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours/week.
• Paid Time Off: up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, plus 14 company‑paid holidays.
• Potential bonuses and incentives subject to company policy.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified workforce. We hire and promote on the basis of qualifications, performance, and abilities. We provide equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other protected status. Criminal history considerations align with applicable laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, California Fair Chance Act, and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants seeking information on Blue Origin’s affirmative action plans or requiring accommodations for the application or interview process may contact [e-mail]. Do not include personal medical information in the request.