FPGA Programmer

WR Systems

$88K — $129K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, or Computer Engineering.
  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in system installation, troubleshooting, or testing.
  • Proven ability to handle complex engineering tasks and adapt plans and designs.
  • Experience with FPGA programming and testing is preferred.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and collaborative abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop complex electronic systems and equipment.
  • Conduct tests, analyze results, and modify designs for performance improvements.
  • Use technical data to develop design solutions and prepare detailed specifications.
  • Plan and assist in performance evaluation tests for equipment.
  • Support troubleshooting of hardware and systems integration.
  • Collaborate with engineers to resolve technical performance issues.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Retirement savings plan with 401(k) options.
  • Paid time off alongside company-paid holidays.
  • Life and disability insurance for employee security.
  • Tuition reimbursement for professional development.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance is required to start

Travel Requirements: 5% - 10%

Location: Norfolk, VA

SUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for a Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) Programmer to perform non-routine and complex technical assignments involving the planning and execution of a complete project of relatively limited scope or a portion of a larger, more complex project. The FPGA Programmer will select and adapt plans, techniques, designs, and layouts; collaborate with personnel across related technical activities to resolve problems and coordinate work; and review, analyze, and integrate the technical work of others.

Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Designs, develops, and constructs major units, devices, or equipment; conducts tests and experiments; analyzes results; and redesigns or modifies equipment to improve performance.
  • Develops designs for equipment involving complex or difficult-to-satisfy performance requirements.
  • Analyzes technical data to determine applicability to design problems; evaluates possible design layouts; calculates design data; and prepares layouts, detailed specifications, parts lists, estimates, procedures, and related technical documentation.
  • Plans or assists in planning tests to evaluate equipment performance.
  • Supports troubleshooting, testing, integration, and evaluation of hardware and associated systems.
  • Collaborates with engineering and technical personnel to resolve design, integration, and performance issues.


Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • Eight (8)+ years of full-time professional, hands-on experience in the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and/or testing of major systems.


The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate's suitability for the position.

Position Salary Range: $88,000 - $129,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.

Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.

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