Sr. FPGA Engineer II

Rocket Lab Long Beach, CA Full Time USD 143,300 - 214,850 p.a. Today About The Job At Rocket Lab, we’re not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separati... Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Develop... We are currently seeking a Sr. FPGA Engineer II for a future opening to join our FPGA team based out of Long Beach, CA. This team supports our Space Systems division, and leads cutting-edge satellite programs for civil, commercial, and defense customers. As a Sr. FPGA Engineer II, you will be responsible for develop... Key Responsibilities Collaborate with other engineering disciplines in developing firmware architecture and requirements Design and verify FPGA firmware for Xilinx and Microchip FPGA and SoC devices Develop documentation for FPGA operation and interfacing with other SW and FPGA systems Participate in test campaigns, ranging from module-level to automated testing at the unit and system level Required Skills & Abilities Bachelor’s degree in electrical, computer, or software engineering; or other engineering degree 8+ years of experience with FPGA firmware development Proficiency in VHDL Strong understanding of FPGA design fundamentals and principles U.S. citizenship due to program requirements Master’s or PhD degree in electrical, computer, or software engineering; or other engineering degrees Proficiency with Xilinx and Microchip devices and tools Proficiency with verification frameworks including UVM and VUnit Experience with software defined radios and DSP algorithms Experience with feedback control systems Experience with FPGAs and embedded systems in a radiation environment, including SEU/SEL impact and mitigation within spacecraft avionics Proficiency with concepts in signal integrity and digital timing with experience in digital worst case circuit analysis (DWCCA) Experience working with common interface protocols including SPI, UART, I2C, and CAN Experience working with high-speed interface protocols including GigE and PCIe Proficiency with embedded software Proficiency in reading PCB designs and schematics Proficiency with lab tools and working with hardware Proficiency with GIT repository Proficiency with JIRA Experience with development in continuous integration environment Demonstrated success working in a dynamic environment and ability to manage competing priorities Qualifications Experience: 8 years experience Education: Postgraduate Work Authorization Citizenship of AU / NZ / EU / NATO Apply now Please let Rocket Lab know you found this job on JobVista. This helps us grow! Apply now Apply now Please let Rocket Lab know you found this job on JobVista. This helps us grow! Apply now Job Overview Company Rocket Lab Location Long Beach, CA Job Type Full Time Salary USD 143,300 - 214,850 p.a. Experience 8 years experience Education Postgraduate Posted Today Deadline Jan 20, 2027 About Company Industry Aerospace/Defense Founded 2018 View Company Profile ⟶ Quick Actions