Senior FPGA RTL Design Engineer Signal Processing

Company Overview

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Department Overview

Job Description

Silvus 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.

With deep roots in DARPA research Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight Silvus radios form a self-healing self-forming mesh network enabling secure and reliable connectivity including video and high-bandwidth data

Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions Inc.

Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people doing very challenging work with the prime directive of Keeping Our Heroes Connected

THE OPPORTUNITY

Silvus is seeking a Senior FPGA Design Engineer- Signal Processing reporting to the Director of FPGA Engineering on the FPGA Engineering team. The successful individual in this role will participate 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 addition they participate in the support and development of FPGA-based designs for our advanced wireless systems R&D. These are exciting projects targeted to address challenging real-world communication needs.

This 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.

The 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.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Digital design architecting for wireless communication projects.
• Fixed point design of signal processing blocks while working with systems engineers.
• RTL coding simulation and test bench development.
• FPGA synthesis and timing closure.
• Hardware verification and troubleshooting; familiarity with logic analyzers.

• Provide support to the RF and Software Engineering teams.
• Perform other related duties of which the above are representative.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Science or related fields.
• Minimum 6 years of demonstrated experience in FPGA design; OR 4 years of FPGA design experience with a Master of Science degree; OR 2 years of FPGA design experience with a PhD degree.
• Demonstrated experience with fixed point binary arithmetic and digital signal processing designs.
• Proven expertise working with multiple clock-domain high-utilization FPGA designs.
• Experience with Xilinx FPGAs SoCs and the Vivado IDE.
• Must be U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE).
• Experience using MATLAB.
• Experience with communication systems on FPGA or ASIC designs.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office environment.
• Occasional exposure to heat cold and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.
• While 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.
  • Perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves.
  • Kneeling or squatting to access lower shelves.
  • Walking/Moving in the labs.

COMPENSATION: $125000 - $195000 / annually

The pay range is NOT a guarantee. It is based on market research and peer data and will vary depending on the candidates experience and qualifications.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Science or related fields.
• Minimum 6 years of demonstrated experience in FPGA design; OR 4 years of FPGA design experience with a Master of Science degree; OR 2 years of FPGA design experience with a PhD degree.
• Demonstrated experience with fixed point binary arithmetic and digital signal processing designs.
• Proven expertise working with multiple clock-domain high-utilization FPGA designs.
• Experience with Xilinx FPGAs SoCs and the Vivado IDE.
• Must be U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

Travel Requirements

Relocation Provided

Position Type

Referral Payment Plan

Our :

• Incentive Bonus Plans

• Medical Dental Visionbenefits

• 401K with Company Match

• 10 Paid Holidays

• GenerousPaidTime Off Packages

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• PaidParental & Family Leave

• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola 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.

We 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 youd like to join our team but feel that you dont quite meet all of the preferred skills wed still love to hear why you think youd be a great addition to our team.

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