(Job ID# ASM26EFPGADE031)
Location: Hampton, Virginia
Job Type: Full-time, On-site
Salary Range: $100k - $140k, commensurate with education and experience.
Description
Analytical Services and Materials, Inc. (AS&M) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Electronic FPGA Design Engineer to join our team supporting the Research, Science and Engineering Services (RSES) contract at the NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA.
The ideal candidate will play a critical role in designing, developing, and integrating VHDL modules and Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) designs for cutting-edge projects. This position requires a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment and is capable of following designs through the entire lifecycle—from concept to manufacturing, assembly, and testing. The role involves working closely with multidisciplinary teams, including scientists, project managers, and engineers from various branches, to deliver high-quality solutions for flight missions.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Responsibilities
Design, simulate, and test VHDL modules and FPGA designs for advanced sensors and spaceflight systems.
Create Design documentation and deliverables for FPGA designs.
Support FPGA code reviews to ensure designs meet NASA standards.
Work closely with software and electrical team members to integrate and test FPGA designs into the system(s).
Research and maintain knowledge of current state-of-the-art devices for space missions, to enable effective system design.
Conduct functional testing, troubleshooting, and assembly of electronic systems.
Integrate cameras, GPS modules, and data-saving systems into designs.
Communicate effectively with scientists, project managers, and engineers across avionics, software, thermal/structural, and mechanical design teams.
Occasionally support overtime efforts to meet delivery deadlines for flight missions.
Collaborate with a team of engineers from the Electronics Design branch, including avionics leads, FPGA designers, and electronic designers.
Work alongside technicians and interact with software, thermal/structural, mechanical design teams, and project personnel.
Engage with scientists, project managers, and chief engineers to ensure mission success.
Occasional overtime may be required to meet delivery deadlines.
Required Qualifications
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Current U.S. Driver’s License (Real ID required).
NASA enforces REAL ID requirements for all visitors and badge holders. Please visit www.dhs.gov/real-id to view a list of compliant documents.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field.
3+ years of experience in electronic design and development, specifically using Simulation Program with Integrated Circuit Emphasis (SPICE) software tools
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Desired Qualifications
Strong integration skills, particularly with cameras, GPS, and data-saving systems.
Experience with advanced sensors and spaceflight systems.
Ability to troubleshoot and test electronic systems.
Prior experience with spaceflight hardware is a plus but not required.
Attendance
Regular, on-site, attendance is mandatory (100%).
Occasional overtime/work outside the normal schedule may be required (<20%).
How to Apply?
Details about our company are available at www.asm-usa.com, and details about job openings at www.asm-usa.com/jobs.
Please e-mail your completed AS&M application and a detailed resume to asmjobs (at) asm-usa.com. Mention the Job ID#.
AS&M application is available at our website: https://www.asm-usa.com/apply.
*** AS&M is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer ***