Senior FPGA Engineer/Architect

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Los Gatos, CA
94K-198K Annually
Information Technology • Consulting • Defense
The Role

Senior FPGA Engineer/Architect

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

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At CACI, we specialize in the design, development, and manufacturing of complex, state-of-the-art sensors and communication systems for military, space, and commercial applications.  Our products include free space optical communications system, optical sensing systems, and RF photonics. We are currently looking for an experienced FPGA developer to take ownership of the firmware architecture and development for future space systems. 

The Opportunity:

  • Close collaboration with the System Architecture team on firmware requirements and architecture
  • Ownership of the detailed firmware architecture, development timeline and delegation of tasks within the team
  • Selection and integration of complex licensed IP cores in Xilinx Versal class FPGAs and SOCs, and MicroChip, PolarFire SOCs
  • Participation in hardware component selection decisions, coordination with software team on SOC architecture, and design reviews
  • Development and testing of communication and sensing systems incorporating digital, analog, fiber optic and free space optic components, electro-optic modulators, lasers and photo-detectors
  • Debugging designs in the laboratory in close collaboration with hardware and software engineers utilizing basic laboratory tools and advanced tools (Spectrum Analyzer, protocol analyzer, etc.) as needed
  • Create and present detailed presentations for customer and internal reviews that include design analysis, resource and power estimates

Qualifications:
Required: 

  • BSEE or MSEE in Electrical, Computer or Software Engineering
  • 7+ years of work experience leading complex firmware developments from concept through system test and release
  • Expertise developing firmware for complex mixed signal environments (equal parts analog and high speed digital)
  • Experience implementing modem fundamental components (coding schemes, CDRs, high speed serial links, clock domain management, and DDR)
  • Development with VHDL and System Verilog, git-based source control and automated build and test environments
  • Proficiency with the AMD Xilinx Vivado toolchain
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Self-motivated and self-directed, requiring little supervision

Desired:

  • Design background in physical layer for telecommunication or photonic systems
  • Experience developing for space environments (SEU mitigation, TMR, ECC, etc)
  • Experience with Python/TCL scripting for automation and test development
  • Experience working in Agile development environments and code verification tools
  • Experience with free space and/or fiber optics

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

 

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$94,400 - $198,300

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

The Company
Bristol
17,673 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1962

What We Do

CACI’s approximately 23,000 talented employees are vigilant in providing the unique expertise and distinctive technology that address our customers’ greatest enterprise and mission challenges. Our culture of good character, innovation, and excellence drives our success and earns us recognition as a Fortune World's Most Admired Company. As a member of the Fortune 1000 Largest Companies, the Russell 1000 Index, and the S&P MidCap 400 Index, we consistently deliver strong shareholder value. Visit us at www.caci.com.

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