Principal HW/FPGA Engineer

Date Posted: 2026-09-21 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-SAN JOSE-826 ~ 200 Holger Way ~ BLDG 826 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: TS/SCI with Polygraph Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 Raytheon Company Managed by Collins Aerospace 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. Applied Signal Technology (AST) is seeking a Principal HW/FPGA Engineer who strives for excellence and has a passion to be part of a team that strengthens our nation and improves the security of our world.  AST provides trusted strategic and tactical SIGINT solutions that secure the interests of the U.S. and its partners.  AST’s work in areas such as high-capacity broadband communications, signal processing and analysis, tactical SIGINT, and wireless communications continually challenge our extraordinary engineers to resolve problems and make the world a safer place.  AST’s work environment is dynamic, highly collaborative, and provides engineers with the freedom to strengthen and expand their skills, explore new and creative ideas, and work closely with our nation’s finest service members all while embracing integrity, innovation and work-life balance.  This is an ONSITE position located at our San Jose, CA location. To find out more about AST please, click the link below: Applied Signal Technology: WHO WE ARE What You Will Do: Apply your Hardware and FPGA DSP/Digital expertise to develop solutions to complex telecommunications challenges.  The key responsibilities for this position include: Drive product architecture and technical decisions across engineering and business teams. Lead cutting edge projects to design, implement, and optimize telecommunications solutions targeting the latest high-performance hardware platforms. Lead internal and external partners to design and implement high-performance hardware products (HW systems, CCAs, FPGAs, antennas, cables). Verify system and component level functionality in lab environments. Support, enhance, and optimize existing HW products to meet customer objectives. Provide mentorship to junior engineers May travel up to 25% Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience Experience with the architecture, implementation, and validation of telecommunications applications targeting hardware platforms (wireless/optical interfaces, signal conditioning, multi-FPGA processing fabrics, high-bandwidth interconnects, memory structures). Proven ability to design, implement, and document FPGA designs from system and component level specifications. Advanced experience in the development of cutting-edge hardware products (Wireless/network processing platforms, high-performance, low-power, reduced size, varied environment conditions). Experience providing reliable cost/schedule estimates for proposal activities Experience with planning and managing technical execution to meet schedule and cost targets The ability to obtain a U.S. Government Top-Secret SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance with polygraph after start is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Qualifications We Prefer: Strong comprehension of HDL programming languages such as VHDL, Verilog or SystemVerilog. Strong comprehension of FPGA development environments and FPGA development tool flows. Optimization of hardware development practices using AI-assisted methodologies. Experience working with SW development teams to interface with HW and FPGA products. Experience with creating basic software programs that can interface to HW and FPGA components during verification. Experience with the resolution of hardware integration and test issues in hands-on lab environments. Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in team environments. Existing TS/SCI clearance with polygraph (Active within the last 24 months) What We Offer​ 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 ​ Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning  ​ 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 ca