FPGA Engineer

Engineers are the reason we exist—they’re the core of who we are. We don’t just build technology; we engineer the future. From next-gen aerospace to cutting-edge defense systems, our teams power the solutions that drive innovation, tackle mission-critical challenges, and keep people safe. This is where problem-solvers and big thinkers thrive.

Due to the nature of this role all candidates must be US Citizen or Person. Preference is onsite with the ability to be hybrid. Will consider remote candidates meeting all requirements.

FPGA/HW Engineer to join a team developing a new control system platform for nuclear power plants. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of energy innovation and sustainability. You'll design and improve FPGAs and PCBs/CCAs for Instrumentation and Control (I&C) Electronic Systems used in in both existing nuclear facilities as well as new Small Modular Reactor (SMR) offerings. Additionally, you'll design and implement test fixtures, test tools, and simulations utilized in the development of these systems. This role lets you use advanced technology to solve real-world problems, aiding the shift to cleaner energy. You'll collaborate with experts, gain valuable experience, and help shape the future of energy. This career offers growth, fulfillment, and the chance to make a real difference as you get in on the ground floor of a new product offering.

Job Responsibilities:
• Primary focus on FPGA development, simulation, integration and testing
• Secondary focus on engineering test fixtures, test tools and simulations utilized in the development of I&C Electronic Systems
• Preparing design and test specifications, developing test hardware/software, executing informal and formal test campaigns
• Own or support PCB board-level designs including schematics, layout, part selection, and documentation
• Performing Code Reviews and verifications of Design Specifications and Reports
• Support board bring-up and lab integration testing activities
• Troubleshoot hardware issues in partnership with environmental test engineers; be present during testing to assist in real-time fault resolution
• Collaborate closely with systems and software teams to ensure electrical design meets overall system requirements

Required Skills:
• 5+ years’ experience in HW/FPGA design verification and validation
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or related disciplines.
• Requires technical problem solving, strong hardware design skills, and communication skills.
• Experience with coding conventions, unit testing and integration testing of software
• Experience with PCB design (e.g., Altium, OrCAD, etc.), signal analysis and system verification tools (Altium, PSpice, SystemVerilog, UVM, etc.)
• Experience with common HDL languages and PLD/FPGA development tools (Quartus, Vivado, ModelSim, Questa, etc.).
• Ability to interpret and implement system-level requirements into board-level designs.
• Familiar with FPGA design flow
• System Verilog & VHDL (do not need to be an expert, but need familiarity)
• UVM
• Test bench development
• Simulation, debug, and root cause skills
• Versed in industry standard simulation environment
• Familiar with DAL-A verification methodologies
• PCB layout and mechanical design
• Must be self-motivated and have initiative to reach out an interact with the existing team

Desired Skills:
• Troubleshooting/RCCA
• Reliability analysis
• Thermal analysis
• ENV/EMI Test
• MFG Test
• Seismic impact analysis
• Mechanical design background will be a plus

Technologies & Tools:
• System Verilog
• UVM
• VHDL
• Quartus
• GitLab
• Vivado
• ModelSim
• Questa
• Transceivers
• Displays/Video Processing
• Triple-speed Ethernet
• Safety Critical Design Awareness
• DOORS (or similar requirements development tool)
• Requirements Based Testing
• Change Tracking (JIRA or similar)
• Altium PSpice
• AutoCAD
• LabVIEW
• Git

Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications

Pay Ranges
$110,000—$180,000 USD

At Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don’t just build technology — we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart — not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we’re not just leading the industry — we’re revolutionizing it.

Quest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.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.