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The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.\nJob Description Summary:\nWe are seeking a talented FPGA engineer to join the digital design team at Draper. The successful candidate will contribute to FPGA development with an emphasis on architecture, design, simulation, and test/support. Candidate must have experience using high level design and simulation tools and be familiar with process flows supporting design and simulation for digital FPGA efforts. Applicant should also be familiar with embedded software development for FPGA SoCs.The ideal candidate will be capable of working independently as well as working and communicating effectively with team members from multiple engineering, program, and customer groups. As a principal member, you will have leadership opportunities and mentoring responsibilities.\nPreference will be given to candidates with an understanding of hardware security, signal or image processing, filter design and algorithm implementation in hardware. Direct experience with embedded FPGA design is required.\nJob Description:\nDuties/Responsibilities\nTranslate project and system requirements into well-defined hardware architectures working with cross-functional teams.\nDesign and/or complete instruments including microprocessors, power, and analog components.\nInnovatively solve issues, drive completion of the project to schedule, and collaboratively work with other technical contributors.\nBuild and test prototypes, debug, and prepare documentation for manufacturing, and support.\nResearch and enable innovative solutions for cutting-edge designs.\nEngage other engineers and partners to develop reliable, cost effective and solutions for products.\nCollaborate and communicate with management, internal, and development partners regarding design status, project progress, and issue resolution.\nIndependently executes assignments with minimal oversight.\nAble to apply technical knowledge to solve problems.\nContribute high quality content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance.\nProactively identify needs and concerns associated with design decisions and communicate them to project leadership.\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\nSkills/Abilities\nProficiency in electronic design, microprocessor or embedded computing.\nUnderstanding of design and general computer architecture.\nAbility to write detailed design specifications.\nComputer programming and coding abilities.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills.\nExcellent mathematical skills.\nExcellent organizational skills and attention to detail.\nExcellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to prioritize tasks.\nThorough understanding of engineering theories and procedures.\nEducation\nBachelor's degree in Electronic or Electrical Engineering or related field. Master's Degree preferred.\nExperience\n3-5 years experience in Electronic or Electrical Engineering or related.\nAdditional Job Description:\nFluent in Verilog or VHDL\nSignificant experience in FPGA Design / Development\nFamiliarity with Xilinx Vivado and/or Microsemi Libero\nDigital simulation using Modelsim/Questa\nSignificant experience with design closure including timing, power, and area for SWaP constrained designs\nExperience with high speed interfaces like SERDES, PCIe, DDR2/3/4, LVDS\nExperience implementing digital signal processing algorithms\nStrong analysis and problem-solving skills\nExperience with scripting languages\nExcellent communication and teaming skills\nSelf-starter and a good team player\nAbility to mentor and willingness to be mentored \nExperience with Matlab/Simulink \nUVM skills (Test and/or Test Bench Development) \nExperience in hardware design and hands-on lab debug \nExperience working with FPGA design verification teams\nApplicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.\n\nConnect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.\nJob Location - City:\nCambridgeJob Location - State:\nMassachusettsJob Location - Postal Code:\n02139-3563The US base salary range for this full-time position is\n$75,000.00 - $220,000.00Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role.Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.\nOur work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.\nDraper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. 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