Senior ASIC Engineer

  • Baltimore, MD
  • Posted 16 hours ago | Updated 16 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Security Clearance
ASIC
Documentation
Integration Testing
FPGA
Firmware
VHDL
Electrical Engineering
Computer Engineering
Writing
MATLAB
Scripting
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Testing
Interfaces
SERDES
Test Equipment
Network
Oscilloscope

Job Details

Job#: 2073347

Job Description:

ASIC Engineer - Lab Validation

Location: Baltimore, MD (100% on-site in the lab)

No clearance required

Work Shift: 1st Shift (9/80 schedule)

6 Month Contract to Hire Opportunity

Description:

We offer incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nations history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way.

We are looking for an ASIC engineer to validate the performance of a high-speed ASIC at our facility in Baltimore, MD. The ASIC is tested using a Stratix 10 FPGA and requires that the qualified candidate have experience in writing Matlab code and VHDL to generate commands to control and capture results. Familiarity with the operation of High-Speed Interfaces like SerDes is required.

Responsibilities:
  • Conduct testing of ASIC in the lab utilizing the FPGA which is part of the test setup. Use signal generators, oscilloscopes, and network analyzers for testing.
  • Identify and troubleshoot when results don't agree with documentation and generate reports for the program leads.
  • Communicate project status to the Integration and Test (I&T) lead.
  • Create new or update Matlab scripts that provide control and command for the test fixture.
  • Update FPGA firmware using VHDL as needed.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelors degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 8+ years of experience.
  • Detailed knowledge and past experience in writing MATLAB scripts for device testing.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Familiarity with testing high-speed interfaces such as SerDes.
  • Working knowledge of standard test equipment: network analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, synthesizers, digitizers, and/or signal analyzers.
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Preferred Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of High-Speed ADC for Direct RF sampled systems.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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