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Actalent Hardware Engineer in Hilliard, Ohio
Job Title: Hardware EngineerJob Description
We are seeking an FPGA / Hardware Engineer to support work in the defense and aerospace industry. This engineer will design and develop custom high-speed digital signal-processing cards and firmware for next-generation precision tracking radars and radar cross section (RCS) measurement systems. The work will require someone to be onsite and local to Columbus, OH.
Responsibilities
Capture design requirements.
Design and develop digital subsystems.
Perform VDHL/Verilog firmware development.
Collaborate with embedded software engineers to develop architectures.
Perform hardware-in-the-loop testing.
Generate product documentation (Interface Control Documents, theory of operation, etc.).
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar.
5+ years of professional working experience with Xilinx FPGA development.
5+ years of professional working experience with VDHL or Verilog programming.
Experience with Xilinx VDHL or RFSoC development.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Digital circuit design experience.
Experience with radar imaging and/or tracking (SAR, ISAR), RF, and electromagnetic theory.
Must be eligible for a US secret security clearance.
Work Environment
You will have a private workspace. Initially, you will be working in the lab with a software and hardware engineer on the team, getting new products up and running. The facility is 50,000 square feet. Your day will be split, with 50% at your desk and 50% in the lab/floor. The role involves significant FPGA programming (80-90%) initially, transitioning to more hardware design in the future. The work environment is high tech, with low bureaucracy and few meetings, supported by a smart team. You must be physically agile and able to support hands-on work with large indoor and outdoor radar systems and be able to lift, carry, and mount electronics equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. into chassis or structures. The role requires being in the office Monday through Friday, with core hours from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, offering flexibility outside those hours as long as an 8-hour day is completed. There is potential for a hybrid work arrangement in the future, but initially, full onsite presence is required for training and team collaboration. Relocation assistance is available.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $44.00 - $80.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Hilliard,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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