Principal Engineer FPGA/ASIC (Hybrid)(P4)

Date Posted:
2025-12-19
Country:
United States of America
Location:
01: Building 01 Windsor Locks One Hamilton Road, Windsor Locks, CT, 06096 USA
Position Role Type:
Hybrid
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.Security Clearance:
DoD Clearance: Confidential

Are you an FPGA/ASIC engineer looking to make a real impact in aerospace technology? Join our global team of engineers designing advanced electronic control units for cutting-edge aerospace applications. In this role, you will lead CPLD and FPGA designs, simulations, synthesis, and lab integration for high-performance systems, including processor card interfaces for digital and analog I/O, control of off-system sensors and electromechanical interface devices (EMIDs), and specialty test controllers. Your work will support critical platforms such as vertical lift helicopters, fixed-wing aircraft, engines, weapons systems, cargo, missiles, and special test equipment.

As a Principal Engineer FPGA/ASIC, you will engage in the full design life cycle from proposal development and project planning, through requirements definition (using DOORS), detailed design, and verification, to production transition and entry into service. You will lead investigations into problem reports from manufacturing and fielded systems, driving solutions that enhance reliability and performance.

We are seeking a creative, detail-oriented engineer who thrives on solving complex challenges, enjoys collaboration with a global team, and is passionate about delivering innovative, mission-critical aerospace solutions.

What You Will Do

• Follow DO-254 Level A program planning documentation and ensure CPLD/FPGA designs adhere to the plans.

• Capture and document customer-flowed functional requirements and develop and document derived requirements for FPGAs.

• Design FPGA architectural diagrams and develop VHDL to implement critical design functionality.

• Develop sub-functions and test benches.

• Perform engineering timing simulations and functional analysis.

• Interface with the Verification & Validation team and Quality Engineers.

• Support project planning efforts and ensure execution according to schedule and budget.

• Create and review engineering documentation.

• Research, develop, design, and test electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks to meet business objectives and required specifications.

• Prepare documentation, including confidential descriptions or specifications of proprietary hardware or software, product development information, introduction schedules, product costs, and performance analysis.

• Perform applied engineering work, including research, development, and design of new products to ensure quality standards and business objectives are met.

• Design electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic applications.

• Produce products according to specifications using the most cost-effective and efficient methods.

• Analyze and evaluate new or improved electronic components, including circuit theory, computer design and development, instrumentation, radio communications, semiconductor devices, solid-state devices, and television systems.

• Work with a global team of engineers on electronic control units for aerospace applications to complete CPLD and FPGA designs, simulations, synthesis, place & route, and lab integration.

• Support the entire design life cycle, from project planning through entry into service and production transition.

• Support certification audits.

• Support team development and mentor junior engineers.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer or electrical engineering.

• Experience simulating HDL and using Mentor Model Sim.

• Experience with Microsemi/Actel FPGAs and associated development tools.

• Experience with FPGA lab integration and troubleshooting.

• Experience with hardware verification, including test procedure development, robustness testing, and debugging.

• Experience with hardware configuration management and problem-reporting tools.

• Ability to quickly learn new programs and software.

• Experience working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.

• Aerospace experience.

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

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 care services

Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form - with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

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