Senior Electrical Engineer - FPGA (Onsite)

Date Posted:
2026-09-28


Country:
United States of America


Location:
US-FL-MELBOURNE-313 ~ 1344 S Babcock St ~ BLDG 313


Position Role Type:
Onsite


U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62


Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required


Security Clearance Status:
Not Required
At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.
Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer - FPGA to join our team in Melbourne, FL. This position will work closely with our Avionics teams to meet all phases of a product’s lifecycle. If expanding your skills while working with a great team interests you then apply now!
What You Will Do
Requirements capture, decomposition, and traceability.
ASIC/FPGA/MPSoC digital architecture development and design.
Develop RTL design code and simulation in VHDL, Verilog, and/or SystemVerilog.
Create verification testbench using VHDL or UVM constrained random environments using SystemVerilog.
Create placement and timing constraints.
Perform synthesis, place and route.
Perform static timing analysis, linting analysis, LEC, and clock-domain-crossing analysis.
Perform ASIC/FPGA/SoPC verification using inspection, analysis, simulation, and test methods.
Creation of DO-254 DAL-A/B/C certification artifacts for Airborne Electronic Hardware (AEH).
Conduct and/or participate in peer reviews throughout product lifecycle.
Participate in FAA SOI audits.
Create engineering bids and support RFIs and RFPs.
Communicate well with a wide variety of individuals including Engineering, Program Management, internal leadership and customers.
Recommend new tools and practices for continuous improvement in the group’s ASIC/FPGA design flow.
Provide guidance or mentor other engineers with a variety of skills and backgrounds.
Travel up to 10%
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
U.S. Person - Job requires access to ITAR or 600/500-series EAR information or hardware (directly or indirectly) and the company will not seek an export authorization for this role
Experience writing RTL and test benches using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.
Experience using FPGA specific tools (e.g. Questasim, Vivado, Libero, Synplify Pro, etc.).
Experience with data interfaces (PCIe, DDR, I2C, Ethernet, CDN, ARINC-429, etc.).
Experience with device level timing and clock domain crossing.
Experience with Linux (or Unix), scripting, C/C++, Python, and/or Perl.
Qualifications We Prefer
Ability to work with minimal supervision, as part of a team of engineers with a variety of skills and backgrounds, located throughout the world and matrixed into projects with aggressive schedules and frequent milestones.
Experience with DO-254 processes and design assurance activities for ASIC, FPGA, and/or MPSoc developments.
Experience with DSP/RF architectures.
Experience successfully managing cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
Basic risk management skills (identify, quantify, and mitigate risks).
What We Offer
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
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
Carrot Health for hormonal health, fertility, and family building
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
And more!
Eligible for relocation.
Learn More & Apply Now!​
Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.
*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.
Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.
This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.
RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual