[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All BAE Systems jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/) · [Search jobs](/search/) BAE Systems # FPGA Design Lead Nashua, New Hampshire, United States +2 more Full-time Manager or lead Design Listed on BAE Systems’s official careers site. Posted October 12, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on BAE Systems’s careers site →](https://jobs.baesystems.com/global/en/job/BAE1US128582BREXTERNAL/FPGA-Design-Lead) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [BAE Systems](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/) / FPGA Design Lead ## Job description ### Job Description See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. We’re innovating for the future and you c,an too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. At BAE Systems, we deliver a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. If you are an individual that enjoys a cohesive team environment and is interested in a variety of challenges across a variety of products, then we are interested in hearing from you! Electronic Combat Solutions Hardware Engineering Group is seeking a Senior Principal II FPGA Design Engineer to lead and develop a team of FPGA designer engineers through all phases of development. The ideal candidate is expected to perform activities including requirements generation and design architecture; technical oversight and mentoring of team members; as well as ownership of RTL coding, synthesis, basic test bench development, lab testing, and product support. As this job requires a government clearance of secret or higher, the position requires full-time onsite presence. ### Required Education, Experience, & Skills - 10+ years of relevant experience with bachelor's degree (less with an advanced degree) Current Security Clearance (Secret), or eligible to obtain one - Ability to distill higher level requirements into micro-architecture Extensive experience in FPGA (preferred) or ASIC Design / Development Experience leading a design team Proficient in VHDL (preferred) or Verilog HDL coding - Familiarity with Xilinx Vivado/ISE or Altera Quartus Digital simulation using Modelsim/Questa - Strong understanding of timing driven design including clock domain crossing circuitry - Strong lab debug and problem solving skills - Strong written and oral communication skills - Ability to mentor and willingness to be mentored Experience with high-speed interfaces like PCIe, SerDes, ADC/DAC, DDR3/4 - Familiarity with revision control (GIT, CVS, Clearcase, Subversion, etc.) Knowledgeable in Tcl/Tk and UNIX/Linux shell programming Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Active Security Clearance (Secret) Experience with DSP fundamentals and FPGA implementation - Proficient in C/C++, Perl, Python programming Experience with Matlab/Simulink Experience creating unique designs and supporting legacy designs Experience with UVM/System Verilog Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. ### Employee Benefits At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. About BAE Systems, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support. Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters. This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 12, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 13, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 13, 2026 - Listed for: 1 day - Location: Nashua, New Hampshire, United States +2 more - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on BAE Systems’s careers site →](https://jobs.baesystems.com/global/en/job/BAE1US128582BREXTERNAL/FPGA-Design-Lead) ## More jobs at BAE Systems ### [FPGA Design Engineer, Senior Principal](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/00dc771f46dd5b70657a/) Nashua, New Hampshire, United States +2 more ### [Auxiliary Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/6d730e52c93b7d5d56af/) Wallops Island, Virginia, United States ### [Auxiliary Systems Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/6d89e288ad753caf401e/) Wallops Island, Virginia, United States ### [C4ISR - Senior Design Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/2dbd0274cab5cb6a9825/) Wayne, New Jersey, United States ### [Design Quality Engineer - Hardware](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/fdb08e171c2fe7fddb6f/) Hudson, New Hampshire, United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [FPGA Firmware Engineer / FPGA Design Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/44db9bb8d5725623875a/) Qualcomm · San Diego, California, United States of America ### [ASIC & FPGA Design Engineer - E2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/4510ab87f7a931bd10e6/) Lockheed Martin · Liverpool, NY ### [ASIC & FPGA Design Engineer Sr](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/90d5256c62b52a8fdb0d/) Lockheed Martin · Boulder, CO ### [FPGA Design & Firmware Engineer, Staff](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/65847998e79491fa05ab/) Qualcomm · San Diego, California, United States of America ### [Senior FPGA/Silicon Design Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/64971b5dd3f0b00b95e0/) Microsoft · United States, Washington, Redmond, California, Mountain View [Design jobs](/functions/design/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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