Engineer II, FPGA Verification

RTX

. Design and architect verification environments using SystemVerilog with UVM/UVM-F .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeFullerton • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,800 - $144,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and architecting verification environments using SystemVerilog and UVM, along with proficiency in developing testbenches for RTL blocks. Possesses strong technical leadership skills and the ability to mentor junior engineers while collaborating effectively with design teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

SystemVerilog VerificationVHDL Testbench DevelopmentFPGA Solutions IntegrationU.S. Government Security ClearanceChip-Level Verification Methodologies

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Hard Skills

RTL Design SimulationVerification Testbench ImplementationFunctional Coverage TrackingConstrained-Random TestingAssertion-Based VerificationRevision Control (Git, Subversion)FPGA Lab ValidationFPGA Simulation Tools (QuestaSim, Quartus, Vivado)Scripting in Unix/LinuxHigh-Speed Digital Interfaces (DDR, PCIe, Ethernet)

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationTeamworkTechnical GuidanceMentorship

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in STEM FieldActive U.S. Government Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseMission-Critical Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxSubversionUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and architect verification environments using SystemVerilog with UVM/UVM-F
Create written test plans and test cases
Track code coverage and functional coverage
Develop testbenches for RTL blocks using VHDL or SystemVerilog
Collaborate with design engineers on integration and validation of FPGA solutions
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers
Potentially provide technical leadership for project verification teams by breaking down work, planning activities, and reporting status
Contribute to engineering estimates for new program pursuits
Learn and apply Collins’ engineering processes and best practices for FPGA solutions
Work with cutting-edge technologies developed in-house and by external vendors

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field
Active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance required prior to start date
U.S. citizenship required
Demonstrated experience developing and simulating RTL designs using VHDL and/or Verilog in a professional FPGA or development environment
Experience designing, implementing, and executing verification testbenches for RTL blocks using VHDL and/or SystemVerilog
Working knowledge of chip-level verification methodologies, including constrained-random testing, functional coverage, and assertion-based verification using SystemVerilog
Proficiency with revision control concepts and tools such as Git or Subversion
Experience with high-speed digital interfaces and protocols such as DDR, PCIe, or Ethernet preferred
Experience with FPGA lab validation and debug using standard lab equipment preferred
Proficiency with FPGA simulation and synthesis tools such as QuestaSim, Synplify, Quartus, or Vivado preferred
Background in aerospace, defense, or mission-critical systems preferred
Proficiency with Unix/Linux environments, scripting, or software development preferred
Excellent communication and teamwork skills preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program
Relocation assistance
Flexible work schedules
Flexible spending accounts
Employee Scholar Program
Paid time off and holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available; payments are not guaranteed
Employee Referral Eligible