Advanced ASIC/FPGA Engineer (Secret Clearance)
Our DOD/Aerospace client is looking to fill an Advanced ASIC/FPGA Engineer (Secret Clearance) position that just opened in Bloomington, MN. In this role you’ll be responsible for definition, design, verification and documentation for ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit) and/or FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) developments. To be considered, you will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related, plus a minimum of 5 years of experience. An active Secret Security Clearance is required.
Location: Bloomington, MN
Position: Advanced ASIC FPGA Engineer (Secret Clearance)
Contract: 12-24 months with possibility of going direct/permanent
Pay: $72.46/hour
Telecommute: Onsite
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for definition, design, verification and documentation for ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit) and/or FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) developments
- Determines architecture, system simulation and detailed design approach
- Defines module interfaces and all aspects of device design and simulation
- Evaluates the process flow including but not limited to high level design, synthesis, place and route, timing and power utilization
- Creates test and simulation plans that establish functional criteria
- Verifies test results and analyzes performance
- May also review vendor capabilities, foundry technologies, device libraries and simulation tools
- Participates in the improvement of the ASIC/FPGA organizational processes
- Supports the generation of technical engineering products by using the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the ASIC/FPGA development life cycle
- Contributes to the research and analysis of data, such as customer design proposal specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application
- Selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability
- May provide leadership and/or direction to lower level employees
- Independently determines approach to solutions
- Contributes to the completion of major programs and projects
- Plans and executes project tasks for activities described above
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree and 3 years of experience.
- Proficient use and understanding of ASIC/FPGA engineering concepts, principles, and theories
- Proficient in the principles and techniques of ASIC/FPGA design
- Proficient understanding of ASIC/FPGA processes
- Proficient knowledge of other related disciplines
- Keeps abreast of technology trends
- Proficient awareness of business objectives and Engineering’s role in achieving
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Proficient in ASIC/FPGA design tools
- Proficient written and verbal communications skills
- Ability to think creatively
- Ability to multi-task
- Proficient skill in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions
- Proficient ability to recognize and clearly report information relevant to sound ASIC/FPGA design
- Proficient ability to develop and sell concepts and ideas
- Regular contact with senior levels of internal work groups
- Works under limited direction
- Contact with project leaders and other professionals within the Engineering department and with project teams across the company
- Some contact with external customers
About our client:
Our client is a mission critical DOD – Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that will lead, serve, and protect our country. Our client develops strategic systems for defense, civil government, intelligence and cyber end users on a international basis.
About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!
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APR Consulting, Inc., is one of the most trusted talent acquisition and workforce solutions providers in the United States. Known for exceptional responsiveness, agile strategies, and consistently high-level talent, the firm has become a go-to for organizations and managed services providers navigating complex change and urgent challenges. Since its founding in 1980, APR has transformed from a California IT-focused staffing firm to a full-service solutions provider filling a wide range of positions and serving over eight industries — including aerospace and defense, healthcare, IT, telecom, hospitality/gaming, sports/entertainment, government, and utilities –– in all 50 states, with a loyal roster of more than 850 specialized professionals.