Principal FPGA/ASIC Engineer

RTX

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

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeEl Segundo • California • United StatesLead💰 $118,300 - $224,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in RTL coding and simulation using VHDL and SystemVerilog, with a strong focus on testbench development and chip-level verification techniques. Proven ability to provide technical leadership and collaborate within multidisciplinary engineering teams to meet project milestones.

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RTL Coding and SimulationTestbench DevelopmentTechnical LeadershipASIC/FPGA VerificationU.S. Government-Issued Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

VHDLSystemVerilogTestbench DevelopmentChip-Level VerificationDesign for Test (DFT)ASIC SimulationFPGA SimulationC/C++ScriptingFunctional Coverage

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written Communication

Tools & Technologies

QuestasimSynplifyQuartusVivadoGitSubversionUnix

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government-Issued Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

ASICFPGAVerification EnvironmentsEngineering EstimatesMultidisciplinary Engineering Team

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PerlSubversionUnixC++

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 to verify RTL blocks using VHDL or SystemVerilog
Recommend tools and practices to continuously improve the ASIC/FPGA verification flow
Contribute engineering estimates for new program pursuits
Provide technical leadership for project verification teams by breaking down work, planning activities, and reporting status
Work with experienced engineers to implement FPGA solutions using Collins’ engineering processes
Work with cutting-edge technologies developed in-house and by external vendors

Requirements

What you’ll need

RTL coding and simulation in VHDL or Verilog
Testbench development for RTL block verification using VHDL and/or SystemVerilog
Familiarity with chip-level verification techniques and languages, including constrained random, functional coverage, and SystemVerilog
Familiarity with revision control concepts and tools such as Git and Subversion
Ability to work with minimal supervision as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team and meet aggressive schedules and frequent milestones
Typically requires a STEM degree and minimum 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
Active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance required prior to start date
U.S. citizenship required
Strong oral and written communication skills
ASIC/FPGA lab validation with advanced lab equipment
Design for Test (DFT) and manufacturability knowledge
Experience with Unix, scripting, C/C++, and/or Perl
Proficiency with ASIC and/or FPGA simulation and synthesis tools such as Questasim, Synplify, Quartus, Vivado, or other FPGA-specific tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 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
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