Sparton Corp

FPGA Developer

Sparton Corp • $90K — $130K *
Fairfax, VA 22030In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of RTL design for FPGAs using VHDL, Verilog, or System Verilog.
  • Experience in implementing signal/image processing algorithms into FPGA fabrics.
  • Proficient with high-speed interfaces such as PCIe and DDR memory controllers.
  • Strong background in large FPGA designs, particularly with Kintex or Virtex devices.

Responsibilities

  • Support and enhance existing FPGA image processing designs.
  • Collaborate with engineers to partition applications for FPGA implementation.
  • Develop new FPGA processing applications across the product lifecycle.
  • Conduct thorough testing of FPGA components using various integration methods.
  • Assist in field testing events for FPGA-based systems.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Virtual health solutions and assistance programs available.
  • 401k plan with company match and employer contributions.
  • Generous paid time off and parental leave policies.
  • Tuition reimbursement and a lifestyle spending account.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Logos is searching for an FPGA developer to join a multidisciplinary team implementing state-of-the-art image processing and exploitation algorithms for airborne imaging sensor systems and supporting a diverse portfolio of image and signal processing capabilities. The successful candidate will have a strong mathematical background, experience with image processing algorithms, good programming abilities, and a desire to continuously improve and diversify their engineering skills. The position will be supported by appropriate supervision, training, and mentoring. Some travel supporting system design and flight testing will be required.

Responsibilities and Tasks
  • Support existing FPGA Image processing designs with bug fixes, version upgrades, and new features as required
  • Work with System and Algorithm Engineers to partition new applications into components well suited for FPGA implementation
  • Develop new FPGA processing applications through the entire product lifecycle
  • Rigorously test FPGA components with simulation, hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop integration testing
  • Support field testing events for FPGA based systems


Experience, Education, License and Certifications
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in STEM field OR a combination of education and relevant experience.
  • 5+ years of RTL design for FPGAs in VHDL or Verilog, or System Verilog - knowledge of all 3 strongly preferred
  • Experience implementing signal or image processing algorithms into FPGA fabric
  • Experience with high-speed interfaces (ex. PCIe, CoaXPress, 10GbE) and DDR memory controllers
  • Experience with large FPGA designs on Kintex or Virtex devices including challenging timing closure
  • Experience with Xilinx Zynq, Versal, or Alveo system design


Skills and Abilities
  • Matlab and Python programming
  • C++ programming
  • Mapping data processing algorithms to FPGAs using Vitis HLS
  • Implementing AI/ML inference algorithms using Vitis AI
  • Linux device driver development
  • Bit accurate validation of complex designs against algorithm models
  • Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a security clearance
  • Demonstrated analytical problem solving
  • Demonstrated ability to operate independently, prioritize effectively, and drive programs forward with limited oversight


Travel Requirements
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally, when required.


Benefits Highlights

Healthcare
  • Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage.
  • Healthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selections.
  • Virtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetes.
  • Company paid Basic Life Insurance. Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.


Paid Benefits
  • Competitive compensation.
  • 401k program to plan for your future with company match 75% up to 8% plus 1% Employer contribution.
  • Company Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick).
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Adoption assistance.
  • Fertility and family building assistance.


Additional Benefits
  • Lifestyle spending account.
  • Perks at work.
  • Generous employee referral program.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Voluntary benefits available: longer term care, legal, identity theft, pet Insurance, and many more options


These are highlights of Elbit America benefits. If there is a conflict with these highlights, company policy or benefits plan documents shall govern. Benefits are subject to change.

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About Sparton Corp

Sparton Corporation is a provider of design, development, and manufacturing services for complex electromechanical devices, as well as sophisticated engineered products. The company was founded in 1900 and is headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois. Sparton's products and services are used in a variety of industries, including medical, military, aerospace, and industrial. The company operates through two segments: Manufacturing & Design Services (MDS) and Engineered Components & Products (ECP). Sparton's MDS segment provides design, development, and manufacturing services for electromechanical devices and complex printed circuit board assemblies. The company's ECP segment provides sophisticated engineered products for use in the defense, aerospace, and industrial markets.
Learn more about Sparton Corp
Size
1,200 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Founded
1916
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