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Collins Aerospace · 14 hours ago

Principal Electrical Engineer – DSP ASIC/FPGA (Onsite)

Cedar Rapids, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$108K/yr - $204K/yr

5+ years exp

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. They are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Principal DSP FPGA/ASIC Engineer to design, develop, and implement cutting-edge signal processing algorithms on FPGA and ASIC platforms.

AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and implement signal processing algorithms for FPGA or ASIC based systems

Utilize Simulink for modeling and simulation of signal processing systems and workflows

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, test, and validate DSP algorithms for real-world applications

Optimize FPGA implementations to meet performance, power, and size constraints

Conduct system-level analysis and testing to ensure adherence to project requirements

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to the overall technical roadmap of the team

Work closely with hardware, software, and systems engineers to integrate signal processing solutions into larger systems

Stay updated on the latest advancements in FPGA technologies and signal processing methodologies to ensure RTX remains at the forefront of innovation

Qualification

SimulinkVHDL/VerilogAlgorithm developmentFPGA platformsDebugging skillsHDL CoderAerospace experienceHardware-software co-designCommunication skillsTeamwork skills

Required

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued secret security clearance is required

Strong expertise in Simulink and/or MATLAB for modeling and simulation of DSP systems

Proficient in VHDL/Verilog for FPGA/ASIC design and implementation

Demonstrated experience with algorithm development for signal processing applications such as filtering, modulation, demodulation, and spectral analysis

Familiarity with FPGA platforms such as AMD (Xilinx), Intel (Altera), or others, and associated toolchains (e.g., Vivado, Quartus)

Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills for FPGA/ASIC and DSP systems

Preferred

Experience with high-speed digital interfaces and protocols (e.g., DDR, PCIe, Ethernet)

Excellent communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work in a collaborative environment

Familiarity with HDL Coder and generation of HDL from model-based designs

Background in aerospace, defense, or mission-critical systems

Understanding of hardware-software co-design principles

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

Tuition reimbursement program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

Adoption Assistance

Autism Benefit

Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program

Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

Bright Horizons, child and elder care services

Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

Eligible for relocation assistance