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Senior FPGA Verification Engineer

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Remote
Hiring Remotely in USA
120K-150K Annually
Senior level
Remote
Hiring Remotely in USA
120K-150K Annually
Senior level
As a Senior FPGA Verification Engineer, you will architect and develop test benches, verify code functionality, and prepare design review materials.
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The future of aerospace and defense starts here. 


Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands. 

Our products and technologies require an extraordinary team. A team that will mold tomorrow’s technologies while deploying today’s best. We are an intrinsically motivated team that has a passion for solving problems and empowering each other every day to develop our skills, knowing that there is always room for growth.

As a Senior ASIC/FPGA Verification Engineer, you will be an integral part of the Avionics development team.  You will architect, develop and execute test benches, verify requirements, collect functional and code coverage metrics, and prepare design review materials.


Responsibilities:  

  • Architect and generate ASIC/FPGA test benches
  • Generate test cases and run simulations to verify the functionality of ASIC/FPGA code
  • Generate and perform testing on target hardware as part of post-silicon validation or integrated test environment (Hardware in the Loop)
  • Collect functional and code coverage metrics
  • Validate and verify ASIC/FPGA requirements
  • Help debug ASIC/FPGA design and/or test issues
  • Prepare materials for peer reviews and major program design reviews

Required Qualifications: 

  • 5+ years’ experience with SystemVerilog Universal Verification Methodology (UVM), Pyuvm or similar verification methodology
  • Experience with COCOTB and python-based HDL simulations
  • Experienced in running ASIC/FPGA simulations using QuestaSim, VCS, Riviero-Pro, or Verilator
  • Experienced in collecting ASIC/FPGA coverage metrics
  • Experienced in defining test plans, generating test cases and testbench components
  • Experienced in writing VHDL, Verilog or SystemVerilog code for ASIC/FPGA design
  • Experience in Python scripting, simulations and tool development

 

Preferred Experience:

  • ASIC/FPGA design experience
  • Digital circuit design experience
  • Experience with constrained random test benches
  • Experienced with assertion-based simulations
  • Experience validating DSP-centric designs
  • Experience running back-annotated ASIC/FPGA simulations

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $120,000 - $150,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we are evaluating individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly, we are excited to meet you, and see if you are a great fit for our team. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy. 


Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)

  • Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
  • Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
  • Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
  • Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
  • EAP Program
  • Retirement Savings Plan - Traditional 401(k) and a Roth 401(k)
  • Equity Grants in the Company

How To Apply: 
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.

NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.
 
US CITIZENSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED.
 
Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance. 
 
We’re an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
 
No outside recruiters, please.
 

Top Skills

Cocotb
Python
Questasim
Riviero-Pro
Systemverilog
Uvm
Vcs
Verilator
Verilog
Vhdl

Ursa Major Berthoud, Colorado, USA Office

Our one-of-a kind campus co-locates engineering, manufacturing, & testing operations, allowing for unmatched development time and the chance for employees, customers, and investors alike to experience rocket engine testing as a part of the normal work day.

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