Altera

FPGA & Embedded SW Engineer – Aerospace & Defense

United States · Work style not stated · Full time

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  • EmployerAltera
  • LocationUnited States
  • Work styleWork style not stated
  • Employment typeFull time
  • Employer posted

Job Details:

Job Description:

Altera is an independent company delivering programmable solutions that power high-performance and mission-critical applications. Our FPGA technologies are widely deployed across aerospace, defense, and government systems where performance, reliability, and security are essential.

Role Overview

Altera is seeking an FPGA & Embedded SoftwareEngineer to support the Aerospace & Defense organization. This role focuses on developing FPGA designs along with embedded software, partnering closely with defense and government customers to design, develop, and deploy FPGA-based systems for mission-critical applications.

Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the Altera Hazlet, New Jersey office.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and validate FPGA & Software solutions for Aerospace & Defense customer projects and reference platforms

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Collaborate directly with aerospace & defense customers to translate system requirements into FPGA & SW architectures

Develop RTL-level design, including Verilog, VHDL, and test benches

Develop embedded software (C++, Python) and Matlab code to control and monitor the FPGA

Lead FPGA bring-up, debug, and validation in lab and customer environments

Partner with FPGA, software, and systems engineering teams to deliver end-to-end solutions

Develop technical documentation, validation plans, and customer-facing design collateral

Troubleshoot system-level issues in demanding, mission-critical environments

The pay range below is for Bay Area California only. Actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experiences, trainings, etc. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.

$120.3K - $174.2K USD

We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for the position.Applicants must be eligible for any required U.S. export authorizations.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

6+ years of experience in FPGA design, development, or system integration

RTL experience.

Experience with FPGA design, FPGA to board interface, and hardware bring-up/debug

Familiarity with FPGA-based systems and integration into larger platforms

Knowledge of high-speed digital design and interfaces (e.g., DDR, PCIe, Ethernet)

Hands-on lab experience using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and related tools

Security Clearance Requirement

This position may involve work on U.S. Government contracts that require access to controlled or classified information. Accordingly, all applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to obtain or maintain the required security clearance may result in the withdrawal of an employment offer or termination of employment, consistent with applicable law.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or government programs

Familiarity with Altera FPGA platforms and toolchain

Experience with ruggedized or mission-critical hardware design environments

Exposure to embedded systems and HW/SW co-design

Experience working in customer-facing or applications engineering roles

Key Competencies

Strong hardware debugging and system-level problem-solving skills

Ability to translate complex mission requirements into practical engineering solutions

Comfort working in customer-facing, high-visibility environments

Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication

Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities

Job Type:

Regular

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:

Hazlet

Additional Locations:

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

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