FPGA Developer

Booz Allen Hamilton

. Design, implement, and test FPGA-based processing architectures .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeBeavercreek • Ohio • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $99,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in FPGA-based processing architectures and digital design, with a strong focus on implementing robust hardware solutions for satellite systems. Proficient in using advanced tools and methodologies to ensure reliable performance in space applications.

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FPGA DevelopmentDigital Signal ProcessingEmbedded System DesignSecret ClearanceElectrical Engineering Degree

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Hard Skills

FPGA DevelopmentDigital Signal ProcessingHDL ImplementationSchematic LayoutSystem IntegrationScientific Analysis SoftwareRF Signal PropagationWideband RF Signal AcquisitionEmbedded Linux DevelopmentRTOS Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationGuidanceCross-Domain Team Leadership

Tools & Technologies

VivadoMATLABModelSimQuestaXceliumVCSAldecAMD VitisIntel QuartusBenchtop Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Satellite SystemsSpace SystemsRF ComponentsElectronic AttackElectronic SupportSystem HardeningRapid PrototypingFPGA Development Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyLinuxRTOS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, and test FPGA-based processing architectures
Enhance satellite systems through advanced technology solutions meeting space and mission requirements
Provide guidance to a cross-domain team focused on digital design, verification, and system integration
Collaborate across engineering disciplines to integrate FPGA designs into spacecraft subsystems
Translate system-level requirements into robust hardware implementations
Support reliable on-orbit performance and resilient space systems for national security

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience using Vivado for embedded system design
Experience with Digital Signal Processing mathematics and implementing algorithms in synthesizable HDL
Experience with scientific analysis software, such as MATLAB
Experience with benchtop equipment, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, arbitrary waveform generators, and vector signal generators
Knowledge of commercial RF and digital component and assembly distributors for rapid prototyping
Knowledge of wideband RF signal acquisition and generation, as well as FPGA development processes
Knowledge of RF signal propagation chain configurations
Secret clearance required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 7+ years of experience in digital design through HDL and schematic layout, or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 5+ years of experience in digital design through HDL and schematic layout
Experience with FPGA development tools, such as AMD Vitis or Intel Quartus
Experience with EDA tools for HDL and RTL simulation, such as ModelSim, Questa, Xcelium, VCS, or Aldec
Knowledge of satellite requirements and design
Knowledge of space-specific requirements, including system hardening
Knowledge of RADAR and Electronic Attack (EA) and Electronic Support (ES) concepts
Knowledge of embedded Linux and RTOS development, including U-Boot, Yocto, BitBake, OpenEmbedded, or device tree components

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health benefits
Life benefits
Disability benefits
Financial benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid leave
Professional development
Tuition assistance
Work-life programs
Dependent care
Recognition awards program
Identity verification and fraud prevention process
Full-time employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for Booz Allen benefit programs