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Since our beginnings in a Dallas hangar in 1985, we’ve grown into a global leader in aviation technology driven by innovation, precision, and a relentless pursuit of better in-flight experiences. From pioneering digital audio and lighting systems to uniting with STG Aerospace and ALTO Aviation under one brand, we continue to lead the way in cabin systems integration for business and commercial aircraft. Join us as we shape the future of aviation where lighting, entertainment, safety, and audio come together to elevate every journey.\nOur Company\nWe are a team of engineers, innovators, creators, and problem solvers who are passionate about building smarter solutions for the aviation industry.\nThrough the combined strengths of our specialized brands and capabilities, Heads Up Technologies brings together deep technical expertise, modern design thinking, and a collaborative approach to support customers across every stage of the product lifecycle.\nOur Culture\nAt Heads Up Technologies, our culture is grounded in shared values that guide how we work and grow.\nIntegrity\nWe act with honesty, accountability, and respect in everything we do.\nTeamwork\nWe collaborate across teams and disciplines to achieve the best outcomes.\nExcellence\nWe are committed to delivering high-quality work and continuously improving.\nExpertise\nWe leverage our knowledge and experience to solve complex challenges\nOur Mission\nTo elevate the aviation experience by delivering intelligent, integrated solutions powered by exceptional people.\nWhy work with us?\nJoining Heads Up Technologies means being part of a team that is shaping the future of aviation.\nWe offer an environment where employees are empowered to contribute, grow their careers, and make a direct impact on innovative products used across the globe. Whether you are developing technology or supporting business operations, your work here matters.\nBenefits and Perks\nAt Heads Up Technologies, we are committed to supporting the health, well being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees have access to a competitive benefits package designed to support life at work and beyond.\nBenefits may include:\nMedical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield (Company Paid)\nDental and vision coverage\nHealth Savings Account option with company contribution, if eligible\nCompany paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance\nCompany paid Long Term Disability coverage\nVoluntary Short Term Disability, Accident, and Critical Illness insurance\nEmployee Assistance and Wellness Support resources\nVirtual care access\nBenefit Resource Center support\nPaid time off and paid holidays\nBenefit eligibility and coverage are based on employment status, plan documents, and company policy. Official plan documents govern all benefits.\n About the role\nWe are looking for a Senior FPGA Engineer to join our team in Kirkland, Washington or Addison, Texas. This is an onsite position requiring strong technical expertise in Xilinx FPGA development and video and audio processing for real time 4K plus video delivery in aircraft environments.\nKey Details\nWork Days and Hours: Full time, Monday through Friday.\nLocation: Onsite in Kirkland, Washington or Addison, Texas. Candidates must be currently located in the greater Seattle or Dallas/Addison area or willing to relocate.\nCompensation: Kirkland, Washington compensation is $180,000 to $210,000 per year. Salary will be adjusted based on geographic location.\nWork Eligibility: Must be a U.S. Citizen and authorized to work in the United States.\nWhat you'll do\nDesign and implement complex video and audio processing algorithms using Verilog targeting Xilinx devices.\nImplement video pipelines including up and down conversion, 4K/UHD, HDR/SDR, scaling, color conversion, and audio processing such as IEC 60958 LPCM and IEC 61937 Dolby/DTS, I2S TDM, AES67, CobraNet, Dante, and DSP functions.\nIntegrate high speed interfaces including PCIe, DDR, Ethernet, HDMI, and SDI.\nSupport USB based 4K video playback in an embedded cabin environment.\nConduct simulation, verification, and laboratory debugging using logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and custom simulations.\nCollaborate with hardware and software teams on design partitioning, planning, implementation, board bring up, timing closure, and performance optimization.\nCollaborate with cross functional teams, including software, hardware, and systems engineering, to develop optimal architecture and FPGA requirements.\nAnalyze and interpret hardware schematics to support integration. No board design is required.\nIntegrate IP from other FPGA designers and maintain code reuse standards and practices.\nCreate thorough design documents, specifications, and interface definitions.\nContribute to existing projects with opportunities to lead new product development in the future.\nRequired Qualifications\nEight to ten or more years of hands on FPGA development experience.\nProven expertise with Xilinx FPGAs and related toolchains, including Vivado or similar tools.\nStrong skills creating concise, clear code in Verilog targeting Xilinx IP integration.\nExtensive experience with video I/O standards and interfaces, including HDMI, DisplayPort, MIPI CSI 2/DSI 2, GMSL, GigE, and SDI, plus integration and customization of vendor/IP cores.\nDeep experience with video and audio pipelines, including real time 4K signal processing and handling digital audio streams.\nProficiency in high speed digital design methods and best practices supporting multiple clock domains, AXI streaming and memory mapped IP interfaces, coherent configuration and status across designs, and clean clock crossings.\nFamiliarity with FPGA and processor system co design, including external and on die hard/soft IP processor architectures. 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