Blue Origin
SLD FPGA Verification Engineer III - Lunar Permanence
Blue Origin, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Overview
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin\'s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.
As part of a hardworking team, you will participate in verification of FPGA-based solutions within Sustaining Lunar Development program’s avionics, guidance, and navigation group. This includes requirements development with design engineers, verification through formal methods, UVM based simulation and on-target testing.
Our FPGA team is tightly knit and very collaborative, with a variety of experience and backgrounds. We care about the success of each other and our peers and are very willing to help each other learn and grow. Together we will build high-reliability, safety-critical avionics solutions for our Human Landing System (HLS) vehicle. As such, experience with DO-254 is a plus.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Key Responsibilities:
Perform requirements-based verification of FPGAs using Universal Verification Methodology (UVM).
Create comprehensive verification and validation plan that encompasses functional and system level verification and validation.
Develop IP/subsystem/system level testbench and tests to achieve required coverage goals.
Document plans and procedures.
Write directed and random test cases.
Generate reports in support of certification of the design to a high DAL.
Qualifications
BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a closely related field of study
5+ years experience verifying FPGAs or ASICSs
In-depth experience using RTL simulation tools such as Siemens QuestaSim, ModelSim, or equivalent
In-depth knowledge of SystemVerilog and the Universal Verification Methodology (UVM).
Expertise in developing testbench environment and verification components (Monitor, Scoreboard, Driver, Agent etc.) from scratch.
Understands different types of coverage, usage of cover classes, cover points, etc.
Experience with predictive testbench components, functional coverage and assertions.
Experience with constrained random verification.
Experience with the Register Abstraction Layer.
Develop detailed test plans and write tests, run regressions, collect coverage matrices and report progress to the program
Reviewing verification and validation results against the coverage goals.
Writing, analyzing and achieving coverage metrics.
Experience of debugging skills to narrow down and isolate issue between RTL design and testbench or test case is required.
Desired:
Familiarity with AXI, PCIe, Ethernet, SPI, I2C interfaces
Debugging FPGA/ASIC hardware and assisting with HW/SW integration.
Managing regression and continuous integration infrastructure within GitLab
Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or TCL/Shell for automation.
Working knowledge of NPR 7150.2, DO-254, or other safety-critical software standard.
Compensation Compensation Range for WA applicants is $126,898.00-$177,656.85. Other site ranges may differ.
Culture Statement Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Export Control Regulations Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check
Blue’s Standard Background Check for all positions
Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if required
Regulatory and safety-related checks for certain job profiles as applicable
Benefits
Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year plus up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions and company results.
Eligibility for benefits varies by role type; check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of benefits available for this role.
Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. We hire employees based on qualifications, performance, and abilities, and foster a workplace that respects equality and teamwork. We provide equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other status protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with laws.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants seeking information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans or requiring a reasonable accommodation may contact EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. This inbox is publicly managed; do not include personal medical information.
California Applicant Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.
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At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin\'s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.
As part of a hardworking team, you will participate in verification of FPGA-based solutions within Sustaining Lunar Development program’s avionics, guidance, and navigation group. This includes requirements development with design engineers, verification through formal methods, UVM based simulation and on-target testing.
Our FPGA team is tightly knit and very collaborative, with a variety of experience and backgrounds. We care about the success of each other and our peers and are very willing to help each other learn and grow. Together we will build high-reliability, safety-critical avionics solutions for our Human Landing System (HLS) vehicle. As such, experience with DO-254 is a plus.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Key Responsibilities:
Perform requirements-based verification of FPGAs using Universal Verification Methodology (UVM).
Create comprehensive verification and validation plan that encompasses functional and system level verification and validation.
Develop IP/subsystem/system level testbench and tests to achieve required coverage goals.
Document plans and procedures.
Write directed and random test cases.
Generate reports in support of certification of the design to a high DAL.
Qualifications
BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a closely related field of study
5+ years experience verifying FPGAs or ASICSs
In-depth experience using RTL simulation tools such as Siemens QuestaSim, ModelSim, or equivalent
In-depth knowledge of SystemVerilog and the Universal Verification Methodology (UVM).
Expertise in developing testbench environment and verification components (Monitor, Scoreboard, Driver, Agent etc.) from scratch.
Understands different types of coverage, usage of cover classes, cover points, etc.
Experience with predictive testbench components, functional coverage and assertions.
Experience with constrained random verification.
Experience with the Register Abstraction Layer.
Develop detailed test plans and write tests, run regressions, collect coverage matrices and report progress to the program
Reviewing verification and validation results against the coverage goals.
Writing, analyzing and achieving coverage metrics.
Experience of debugging skills to narrow down and isolate issue between RTL design and testbench or test case is required.
Desired:
Familiarity with AXI, PCIe, Ethernet, SPI, I2C interfaces
Debugging FPGA/ASIC hardware and assisting with HW/SW integration.
Managing regression and continuous integration infrastructure within GitLab
Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or TCL/Shell for automation.
Working knowledge of NPR 7150.2, DO-254, or other safety-critical software standard.
Compensation Compensation Range for WA applicants is $126,898.00-$177,656.85. Other site ranges may differ.
Culture Statement Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Export Control Regulations Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check
Blue’s Standard Background Check for all positions
Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if required
Regulatory and safety-related checks for certain job profiles as applicable
Benefits
Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year plus up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions and company results.
Eligibility for benefits varies by role type; check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of benefits available for this role.
Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. We hire employees based on qualifications, performance, and abilities, and foster a workplace that respects equality and teamwork. We provide equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other status protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with laws.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants seeking information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans or requiring a reasonable accommodation may contact EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. This inbox is publicly managed; do not include personal medical information.
California Applicant Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.
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