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FPGA Engineer

Actalent
Hunt Valley, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025 CLOSED ON 9/4/2025

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Job Title: FPGA Engineer


Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled FPGA Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for solving complex problems that may require extensive research and analysis. You will work independently to develop innovative solutions and contribute to the completion of project milestones. You will utilize schematic capture tools, design VHDL code for FPGAs, develop code for embedded microcontrollers, and write interface control documents, specifications, and test procedures for designs. You will also report on project status and work closely with hardware in a lab setting to debug using lab equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Solve complex problems requiring research and analysis of alternatives involving many factors.
  • Work independently to determine and develop innovative solutions.
  • Contribute to and ensure the completion of milestones associated with specific projects.
  • Utilize schematic capture tools such as Mentor Graphics DxDesigner.
  • Design VHDL code for FPGAs (Altera/IntelPSG and/or Xilinx).
  • Develop code for embedded microcontrollers (Atmel, Microchip, etc).
  • Write interface control documents, specifications, and test procedures for designs.
  • Report status including schedule progress and issues.
  • Work closely with hardware in a lab setting and debug using lab equipment (e.g., Spectrum Analyzer, Digital Oscilloscope).

Essential Skills

  • 3 years of hands-on experience in FPGA engineering.
  • Active Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain one.
  • Knowledge of FPGA programming with Altera/IntelPSG/Xilinx.
  • Experience with embedded controllers and microprocessors.
  • Proficiency in VHDL, C , and C#.
  • Experience with embedded software development.
  • Knowledge of full stack and back end development.
  • Understanding of radio frequency principles.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Degree in Engineering or a related field.

Work Environment

This position is within a large government and defense organization that supports all branches of the military. It is primarily an office-based role, involving sitting behind a desk to write new code and update legacy code for new applications. The organization offers above-average benefits, tuition reimbursement, a good work environment, and a 9/80 work schedule, providing every other Friday off.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $170000.00/yr.

Full benefits package, 401k match, bonuses
Full benefits package, 401k match, bonuses
Full benefits package, 401k match, bonuses
Full benefits package, 401k match, bonuses
Full benefits package, 401k match, bonuses
Full benefits package, 401k match, bonuses

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hunt Valley,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 25, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $100,000 - $170,000

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