Search Jobs
Sr Advanced FPGA Engineer
Job Description
Location: Canonsburg, PA
Job Type: Full-time, Contract
Hourly Rate $83.00
About the Role
We’re seeking a Senior FPGA Engineer to join our team supporting advanced undersea defense technologies. In this role, you’ll design, develop, integrate, and test custom FPGA firmware for cutting-edge torpedo systems that directly support U.S. Defense initiatives. This is a hands-on, on-site position where you’ll collaborate with top engineers and contribute to projects that have a real-world impact.
Key Responsibilities
-
Define, design, verify, and document FPGA and/or ASIC developments
-
Determine architecture, system simulation, and detailed design approach
-
Define module interfaces and oversee all aspects of device design and simulation
-
Evaluate process flows including design, synthesis, place & route, timing, and power utilization
-
Create and execute test and simulation plans to ensure functional performance
-
Verify results, analyze performance, and present findings to stakeholders
-
Review vendor capabilities, tools, and technologies for integration into development
-
Contribute to and lead small technical teams or project tasks
-
Apply strong engineering processes across all program lifecycle phases
-
Support technical proposals, subcontractor oversight, and requirements development
Required Qualifications
-
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related STEM field plus 8+ years of relevant experience OR –Master’s degree in a related field plus 6+ years of relevant experience
-
U.S. Citizenship required
-
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance (active clearance preferred)
-
Strong understanding of ASIC/FPGA engineering processes
-
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent written/verbal communication skills
-
Ability to lead technical tasks, guide small teams, and present technical material effectively
-
Familiarity with project leadership principles such as SPI/CPI, Earned Value, and CAM
Workplace Details
-
On-site role in Canonsburg, PA
-
Direct collaboration with Navy representatives, internal teams, and industry partners
Why Join CPI?
-
Exciting, research-driven projects with real-world impact
-
Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development
Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI), founded by an Air Force veteran, is an award-winning staffing firm connecting top talent with leading employers in defense, aerospace, and mobility industries.
This assignment is a US Government Contract which requires all applicants to be US Citizens.
No Subcontract Requirement
No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third-party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.
Meet Your Recruiter
Greg Allen
Team Leader - Defense Solutions
With over 14 years of recruiting experience, Greg specializes in recruiting military veterans for Contract Professionals, Inc.'s defense clients nationwide (CONUS)and overseas (OCONUS). Part of his job is to also mentor new CPI recruiters and assist them in meeting their career objectives.
Greg takes great pride in his ability to support our military veterans, as they navigate the transition process. This includes providing transitioning military personnel with job information and vital career guidance, after they are discharged from the military. Greg regularly works to support transitioning military personnel and veterans by matching their skills to a rewarding career within their area of expertise.
Greg holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Western Michigan University.
He enjoys golf, cooking, travel, music and most sports! Go Broncos!