Sr. Advanced FPGA/Firmware Engineer
General Dynamics
- Location
- Middletown, RI
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- Salary
- $155k – $165k/yr
Skills
About this role
Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Responsibilities for this Position Imagine a world-class engineering environment. Now add a team of exceptional talent along with technologies that are so advanced they're often classified. That's what you'll find at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you'll work with amazing engineers as they invent the technologies, products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. If you want the chance to lead, it's time to bring your talent to General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS).
At GDMS, we provide premium systems, services, and products for the Department of Defense, government agencies and commercial clients. We are a technology leader in numerous areas including technology insertion; acoustic sensors; signal processing; combat systems; torpedoes; cyber security; knowledge management; and electronic warfare. As a Sr Advanced Onsite Support Firmware/Software Engineer for the Torpedo Systems Group, you will work with engineering teams to develop, deliver, and maintain software and firmware products. Additionally, you will be the government customer onsite and frontline engineering representative as needed and when new products are delivered to help with installation, troubleshooting issues, and assist in corrective actions across several development programs.
We encourage you to apply if you have any of these skills or experiences:
FPGA design, simulation, and documentation C programming, multithreaded programming, or real-time operating systems Hardware and firmware development tools Linux environment experience Hardware troubleshooting using tools such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies
What you'll experience
Design and verify FPGA systems, including system simulation, testing, and optimization Collaborate on hardware and firmware integration in a Linux environment Contribute to the full development lifecycle, from design to deployment Troubleshoot hardware issues using industry-standard tools Support product installations and work directly with government customers on-site
What you bring to the table
Advanced experience in FPGA design, simulation, and system architecture Strong understanding of FPGA process flows including synthesis and timing Proficiency in C programming, multithreaded programming, and real-time operating systems Hands-on experience with hardware and firmware development tools Version control experience, with Git preferred
What sets you apart
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex hardware challenges creatively and efficiently Deep understanding of system architecture and FPGA engineering best practices Experience working across the full firmware development lifecycle from design to deployment Knowledge of how engineering decisions contribute to broader program and business objectives
Our Commitment to You
An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation's security Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule) Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and