FAST Lab – Entry Level FPGA Engineer
About the role
Join our team of innovators at BAE Systems’ FAST Labs, where you'll contribute to developing cutting-edge electronics that enhance situational awareness and protect our warfighters.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design, development, and verification of FPGA-based systems implementing high-speed interfaces, signal processing algorithms, and embedded processor sub-systems.
- Participate in all phases of the FPGA development lifecycle, from architecture definition and RTL coding to simulation, synthesis, implementation, and testing under the guidance of experienced engineers.
- Collaborate with a cross-functional hardware team to deliver innovative research products in a dynamic environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field with 0 – 2 years of experience.
- Eligible to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.
- Familiarity with Hardware Description Languages (HDL) such as VHDL or Verilog.
- Solid understanding of digital logic design principles, including state machines, combinational and sequential logic.
- Familiarity with the fundamental architecture of FPGAs.
- Familiarity with digital logic simulation tools.
- Familiarity in at least one programming language (e.g., C, C++, Python, MATLAB) for testbench development, embedded systems integration, or data analysis.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Preferred
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field, with a specialization in FPGA design or digital signal processing.
- Experience with FPGA development tools from Xilinx (Vivado, ISE) or Intel (Quartus Prime).
- Knowledge of high-speed serial communication protocols (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet).
- Experience with embedded processors (e.g., ARM) and their integration with FPGAs.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Tcl) for automation and data analysis.
- Understanding of digital signal processing concepts (e.g., FFTs, filters).
- Basic understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git).
- Experience with test and measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and signal generators.
Benefits
- Full-Time Salary Range: $64,926 - $110,374
- Competitive Compensation
- Athletic and wellness programs
- Flexible work schedule
- Every other Friday off
- Tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees
- Disability coverage
- Life and accident insurance
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health savings account
- 401(k) savings plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal plan
- Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental, military, bereavement, and sick leave
- Recognition program
- Other incentives
Pay Information
This range is based on our market pay structures. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
About BAE Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace, and security company. We deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions, and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is our mission. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale.