• Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; eighteen or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, sixteen or more years of experience with a masters degree, or thirteen or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education. • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required. • Required experience designing and implementing real-time imaging algorithms on FPGAs for optical systems including interfacing with detectors, image processers, and high-speed data transfers. • Required experience performing simulation, validation, and hardware-in-the-loop testing of FPGA-based control systems. • Develop HDL (VHDL or Verilog) and embedded C/C++ firmware using tools such as Xilinx Vivado and Vitis. • Perform simulation, validation, and hardware-in-the-loop testing of FPGA-based control systems. • Integrate systems with sensors, actuators, and optical components. • Optimize signal processing pipelines for low-latency, high-precision performance. • Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving project environment. • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals. • Capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact. • Customer-focused and able to formulate plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving complex technical engineering problems. • Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment. • Must be able to prepare and conduct detailed technical presentations and reviews. • Some travel and extended work schedules may be required.