Firmware Engineer

  • FIBERTEK, INC.
  • Herndon, VA
  • time-alarm-solid 03-11-2024

Job Description

Fibertek, Inc., a renowned developer of laser and electro-optic systems for the aerospace sector, is seeking an experienced Firmware Engineer to join our Research and Development Team based in Herndon, VA. As a key member of the R&D division, you will collaborate within small teams to develop, verify, and enhance firmware for Fibertek's cutting-edge electro-optical systems.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the development, verification, and enhancement of firmware for electro-optical systems.
  • Collaborate closely with hardware designers during the development and testing phases.
  • Utilize VHDL and work with Xilinx and Microchip FPGAs and associated development tools.
  • Develop and run simulations to validate design compliance with requirements.
  • Work on high-speed memory interfaces and various communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, GTX/GTH Transceivers).

Requirements

  • BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in firmware development.
  • Proficiency in VHDL programming.
  • Experience with DDR3, interfacing tools, and lab instruments (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, etc.).

Bonus Areas

  • Experience in developing Hi-Rel/Space programs.
  • Knowledge of signal processing and various communication interfaces.
  • Experience in GUI-based test software development.