FPGA Design Engineer

Location : Tucson, AZ

GuideTech, a subsidiary of Palladyne AI (NASDAQ: PDYN), builds high-performance avionics and autonomy software for aerospace, space, and defense systems. We support a wide array of vehicles, from small multi-rotors and heavy lift UAVs to unmanned fighter jets, launch vehicles, spacecraft, re-entry vehicles, missiles, and counter-UAS interceptors. Our culture is grounded in trust, integrity, and a shared commitment to meaningful work.

Position Summary

We're seeking an experienced FPGA Design Engineer to develop FPGA solutions for next-generation avionics systems. In this role, you'll work on mission-critical aerospace and defense technologies, collaborating with hardware, software, systems, and test engineering teams to bring FPGA designs from concept through hardware validation.

What You'll Do

• Design and implement FPGA solutions using VHDL.
• Develop RTL and support simulation, synthesis, place and route, timing closure, hardware verification, and implementation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate FPGA designs into avionics hardware.
• Support board bring-up, debugging, and hardware validation.
• Participate in design reviews and technical documentation.