FPGA Engineer Intern

Description

The Leidos Innovation Center in Arlington, VA is seeking aComputer Engineer Internspecializing in FGPA development for a Summer 2026 Internship.

The successful candidate will work with our engineering and production teams as we develop and produce FPGA-based cutting-edge solutions to challenging defense-related problems.

As an intern, you will work with experienced engineers in a hands-on environment which offers the opportunity to work on real-world FPGA challenges. You will apply what you have already learned while gaining additional skills and knowledge as you work under the direction (mentorship) of a more senior engineer.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support analysis, design, implementation, simulation, and test of logic and/or algorithms on FPGAs using hardware descriptor languages (HDL) VHDL, Verilog, and/or System Verilog for state-of-art concept designs and/or fielded systems.

• Perform design constraints generation and verification as well as evaluate synthesis and timing performance reports.

• Familiarity with signal processing concepts such as FFTs, channelizers, and digital filters.

• Assist in compilation and completion of technical documentation.

• Provide occasional technical support and/or field support planning, and other field support in general if needed.

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or comparable field

• Enrolled in an ABET-accredited engineering degree program

• Experience with Linux

• U.S. citizen - Ability to obtain DoD secret security clearance

• Experience with at least one FPGA or SoC Integrated Design Environment tool set, such as AMD/Xilinx Vivado

Preferred Qualifications (One or more)

• Pursuing Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or comparable field

• Practical knowledge of lab test equipment and measurement methods

• Experience in signal processing theory and/or communications systems and the ability to apply theoretical knowledge in resolving real world problems

• Knowledge of Software and Modeling languages such as Matlab, Simulink, C, C++, SystemC, and Python

• Experience with Linux development, including application development within Petalinux/Embedded ARM development.

• Analyze schematic diagrams for hardware involving high-speed digital and/or analog circuitry in associated FPGA-centric systems.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

AWTLINC

Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.

We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don't wear capes (they're a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for "how it's always been done."

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.