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We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.\nDepartment Overview\nSilvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications - on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments.Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc.\nJob Description\nWould you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “Keeping Our Heroes Connected ”?\nTHE OPPORTUNITY\nSilvus is seeking an FPGA Design Engineer who will report to the Director of FPGA Engineering on the FPGA Engineering team. The successful individual in this role participates in all aspects of the research and development process from concept to field deployment. FPGA Design Engineers are responsible for the efficient implementation of novel signal processing algorithms for Silvus' MIMO wireless networking products. In addition, they participate in the support and development of FPGA-based designs for our advanced wireless systems R&D. These are exciting projects aimed at addressing challenging real-world communication needs.\nThis position is based at Silvus Technologies’ headquarters in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles, CA, and is on a hybrid schedule. A minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.\nThe following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.\nROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES\nDigital design architecting for wireless communication projects.\nFixed point design of signal processing blocks while working with systems engineers.\nRTL coding, simulation, and test bench development.\nFPGA synthesis and timing closure.\nHardware verification and troubleshooting; familiarity with logic analyzers.\nProvide support to the RF and Software Engineering teams.\nPerform other related duties of which the above are representative.\nREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS\nBachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field plus a minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience in FPGA design; OR an advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.\nProven expertise working with multiple clock-domain, high-utilization FPGA designs.\nExperience with Xilinx FPGAs, SoCs, and the Vivado IDE.\nExperience with tcl or python.\nMust be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.\n All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.\nPREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES\nMaster of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE).\nDemonstrated experience with fixed point binary arithmetic, and digital signal processing designs.\nExperience using MATLAB.\nExperience with communication systems on FPGA or ASIC designs.\nWORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS\nOffice environment.\nOccasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:Lift equipment up to 20 lbs. for the set-up of demonstrations and testing.\nPerform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves.\nKneeling or squatting to access lower shelves.\nWalking/Moving in the labs.\n\nCOMPENSATION: $110,000 - $150,000 / annually\nConsistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.\nNOTE - As a US Federal Contractor, Silvus Technologies requires that ALL candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen). Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements (needed for some Engineering or R&D roles) will be included in the Required Qualifications section of the posted position. This does NOT apply to international positions; only job postings for positions located in the US.\nBasic Requirements\nBachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field plus a minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience in FPGA design; OR an advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.\n Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.\nAll employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.\nTravel Requirements\nNoneRelocation Provided\nNonePosition Type\nNew GradReferral Payment Plan\nYesOur U.S. Benefits include:\nIncentive Bonus Plans\n\nMedical, Dental, Vision benefits\n\n401K with Company Match\n\n10 Paid Holidays\n\nGenerous Paid Time Off Packages\n\nEmployee Stock Purchase Plan\n\nPaid Parental & Family Leave\n\nand more!\n\nEEO Statement\nMotorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.\nWe are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.\nWe’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. 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