Sr Advanced FPGA Firmware Developer

Advanced FPGA Firmware Developer (Adv Software Eng) to develop, integrate, test, and support custom FPGA firmware within the Torpedo Systems Group (TSG).

About General Dynamics Mission Systems

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.

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.

We are seeking an Sr.

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation.

With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas.

Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency.

If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Responsibilities

• If you want the chance to lead, it's time to bring your talent to General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS).
• The TSG designs, develops, demonstrates, produces, assembles, tests and delivers torpedo SONAR arrays and electronic assemblies.
• Architect, design, and document FPGA firmware hierarchies, components, interfaces, and data flows
• Develop, simulate, and test firmware components in preparation for hardware integration
• Define FPGA timing, pinout, and placement constraints; review synthesis and timing reports and address issues
• Integrate and test firmware on target hardware using FPGA tools and laboratory equipment
• Document failures, identify root causes, implement fixes, verify changes, and maintain configuration management documentation
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Requirements

• 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.
• Department of Defense Secret security clearance obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• The TSG team works with the Navy, internal production staff and the representatives from other companies to advance torpedo performance and lower production costs.
• We encourage you to apply if you have any of these skills or experiences: Experience implementing FPGA firmware including custom VHDL components containing state machines, synchronous/asynchronous logic, processes, and external interfaces
• Understanding of the underlying FPGA fabric and experience working across cross-clock boundaries
• Familiarity with Xilinx (AMD) and/or Altera (Intel) compiler, programming, and debug tools
• Experience reviewing schematics, parts lists, and rework documentation
• Methodical, independent problem-solving and research skills
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation's security

Preferred

• Deep knowledge of FPGA fabric architecture and advanced cross-clock domain design techniques Hands-on experience with Xilinx (AMD) and Altera (Intel) toolchains for synthesis, implementation, and debug
• Proven ability to read and interpret schematics and guide hardware rework to support firmware design
• Track record of independently diagnosing and resolving complex integration issues
• Experience maintaining rigorous configuration management practices in a structured engineering environment
• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development

Pay

To learn more about Canonsburg and what this location has to offer, please visit: https://gdmissionsystems.com/about-us/major-locations/charleroi-canonsburg #LI-Hybrid #LI-TM1 Salary Note This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.).

Actual pay may vary.

USD $150,000.00 - USD $160,000.00 /Yr.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits Workplace Options: This position is ON-SITE in Canonsburg, PA.
• We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose.
• You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• A hybrid work schedule may be available in the future, but will require a minimum of 3 days per week on-site. Relocation package/assistance may be available.
• This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer

/ Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans