Job Description

General Description 

The Computer Engineer will develop advanced FPGA solutions that power both current and next‑generation defense systems. This role involves full‑lifecycle FPGA development, from requirements and architecture through design, verification, and implementation. The engineer will collaborate closely with software, hardware, and systems engineering teams to deliver optimized, reliable, and mission‑critical FPGA architectures tailored for performance, device utilization, power efficiency, and thermal requirements. U.S. citizenship is required. This position is located at a facility requiring special access, and the selected candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Duties

• Develop complex FPGA designs, including specification, architecture, implementation, and verification.
• Work with high‑speed I/O designs and communication protocols (PCIe, I2C, SPI, etc.).
• Manage and coordinate engineering efforts across multiple projects, ensuring seamless integration and development of TPSs.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, taking proactive measures to mitigate potential issues
• Establish and maintain effective communication channels with customers, program managers, and stakeholders to address concerns and provide regular project updates
• Provide accurate and timely estimates to completion for ongoing projects, ensuring adherence to established timelines
• Conduct technical drawing reviews to support project development and documentation
• Develop and integrate automated tests (Test Program Sets) for digital and mixed signal Electronic Circuit Assemblies.
• Interpret Test Requirements Specification for RF, Analog, Digital cards, and Power Supplies.
• Use design software to develop Printed Circuit Boards.
• Works under general supervision; reports to a supervisor or manager.
• Other Duties as Assigned

Education/Experience Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with HDL programming: VHDL, Verilog, and/or SystemVerilog.
• Experience with FPGA simulation tools and industry‑standard verification languages.
• Experience with Xilinx FPGA architectures and tools.
• Strong understanding of digital design principles, including:
  • Timing analysis
  • Clock‑domain crossing
  • Signal integrity
• Experience in hardware‑software integration and validation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Physical Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.
• Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands, working at heights with fall protection devices.
• Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
• May be required to lift up to 25 pounds and carry for short distances.
• Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
• Normally works in an office setting with controlled temperature

Equal Opportunity Employer/VEVRA/ADA

TNC and its subsidiaries fall under ANCSA and are entitled under Federal Law to extend hiring preferences to its shareholders. ANCSA provides TNC the authority to give shareholder preference in hiring. TNC reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Tyonek is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities: Tyonek Native Corporation provides all employees and job applicants' equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without discrimination because of age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, physical or mental disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by law.

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