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Senior Communications and FPGA Engineer

CYNET SYSTEMS
Salt Lake City, Utah Engineering Posted Oct 15, 2026
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Pay Range: $65.00hr - $85.00hr Job Overview: Our client is seeking a Communications Analysis and/or Electronic Warfare Engineer to provide technical knowledge and expertise in the area of communications systems and EW for DoD programs and joint research programs. Work Environment: Cubicle and production area as needed, with ongoing collaboration with the team. Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with 6+ years of experience, Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) with 4+ years of experience, or PhD with 2+ years of experience required. Active DoD Secret Security Clearance. Architecture, FPGA, VHDL, MATLAB, or C++/C# design experience is a plus. Areas of Desired Experience or Education Include: Communication systems analysis. Communications systems architecture (focusing on the physical layer). Electronic Warfare (EW) systems analysis. Electronic Support (ES) architecture. Electronic Attack Systems. Algorithm development, simulation, and documentation. Critical component evaluation and modeling. Requirements analysis and management. Proposal support. High-rate Communication Systems. Satellite Communication Systems. Spread Spectrum Systems. Software Defined Radios. Digital Signal Processing. LPD/AJ Systems. Non-linear signal processing for intermod or harmonic suppression. MIMO. Phased Array Processing. Forward Error Correction (FEC). Experience in either VHDL (preferred) or Verilog development languages. Experience implementing complex modem and/or DSP circuits in programmable logic using FPGA devices. Equivalent experience in ASIC design is also applicable. Experience in simulation, synthesis, and placement software tools such as ModelSim, Synplicity, Xilinx Vivado / ISE and/or Altera Quartus development tool sets. Experience in laboratory debug techniques using digital scopes, logic analyzers, BERTS, and other complex measurement devices. FPGA Design using High-speed serial interfaces (3+ Gbps). Familiarity with code revision management tools such as Git/Clearcase. Familiarity with C/C++/C# and Matlab/Simulink. Benefits: Our Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term) Life and AD&D Insurance Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law) Supplemental Insurance Plans Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Employee Wellness Programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws. About Cynet Systems Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia. As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.