What are the responsibilities and job description for the FPGA Logic Design Engineer 4 position at Universal Avionics?
Summary
Follow established DO-254 processes to develop firmware designs while effectively working in a collaborative team environment. Responsibilities span the full life-cycle, including analysis, development and review of PLD requirements, design, code and low-level test procedures; hardware integration testing, and investigating problem reports. This is a senior-level position, requiring minimal direction on work assignments, and no direct supervision.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Independently estimate and complete work assignments in a timely manner.
- Follow established PLD development processes and procedures.
- For small to large/system level firmware changes:
- Develop and review firmware requirements
- Develop and review firmware design data
- Develop, test, debug and review source code
- Integrate firmware with existing systems
- Develop and execute simulation analysis
- Develop and execute physical bench test in the lab
- Work effectively with others in a collaborative team environment.
- Investigate complex problem reports.
- Provide input to, and review product and/or system requirements.
- May recommend improvements to firmware development processes and company products.
- May support ROM estimates for business proposals.
- May act as mentor to other engineers on firmware engineering or company products.
- Some travel may be required.
Competency – To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Minimum Qualifications
An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s or advanced Degree in Electrical Engineering, and experience with firmware development that is commensurate with the skills listed below.
- Seven or more years of experience in hardware engineering.
Job Skills
- Proficient in VHDL and/or Verilog.
- Ability to apply advanced understanding of digital logic design and verification concepts to the development of FPGAs.
- Ability to apply working knowledge of best practices for the full firmware development life-cycle.
- Advanced ability to logically and systematically troubleshoot a problem.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Computer Skills
- Proficient with personal computers and computer operating systems.
- Proficient with FPGA development environments, programming and debugging tools.
- Ability to apply understanding of version control systems.
Language Skills
- Ability to write professional correspondence and effectively communicate information to other employees in English.
Mathematical Skills
- Ability to apply understanding of mathematics related to the design and development of digital electronics (Boolean algebra, DeMorgan’s theorem, Karnaugh maps, etc.).
Reasoning Ability
- Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- Ability to assimilate information from diverse sources to form a complete situational picture and develop a plan of action to accomplish a task.
- Ability to use process of elimination when diagnosing problems.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand or sit, and participate in meetings in various physical meeting spaces throughout the facility. Additionally, the individual is required to use hands and fingers, and may be required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able to speak clearly, hear and see. Required vision abilities include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Some travel may be required.
Work Environment
Drug-free working environment. Combination of office conditions and lab environment.
What We Offer:
- Benefits eligibility starts on your first day as a full-time employee at Universal Avionics.
- Medical insurance (multiple plan options, including low-deductible PPO)
- Preventive care covered at 100%
- Affordable copays for doctor visits, urgent care, and prescriptions
- Teladoc virtual care access
- Vision coverage through VSP (includes exams, frames, and lenses)
- Dental insurance (covers preventive, basic, and major services)
- 401(k) with immediate safe harbor match (100% match on up to 4% of pay after 60 days)
- 9/80 work schedule option – every other Friday off
- Vacation, sick time, and 14 paid holidays (including a week in December)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Gym reimbursement
- Wellness programs:
- One Pass Select (discounted access to gyms, fitness apps, and more)
- Travel assistance and employee discounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and emotional wellness support:
- Up to 3 free counseling visits per issue/year through Reliance Matrix
- Up to 6 free counseling sessions per issue/year through Health Advocate
- Includes mental health, financial, legal, work-life, medical navigation, and life coaching support
- And more!
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Universal Avionics offers the best of both worlds: the close-knit, agile culture of a mid-sized company, with the resources and global impact of our parent company, Elbit Systems.
- Our team is driven by purpose, innovation, and a shared passion for aviation safety.
- Here's what makes our work environment thrive:
- A collaborative, supportive team of skilled professionals and mentors
- Groundbreaking projects that shape the future of avionics technology
- A company culture that promotes innovation, career growth, and continuous learning
- Meaningful work that impacts air travel safety around the world
- A strong work-life balance, including a 9/80 schedule option
To learn more about Universal Avionics, visit: www.UniversalAvionics.com
Universal Avionics’ products and technology are subject to U.S. export laws and regulations, including but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As part of our compliance process, we inquire about work authorization and citizenship status to ensure alignment with these regulations.