Job Description

About Universal Avionics

Universal Avionics has been a pioneer in avionics technology for over 40 years. We are a leading manufacturer of innovative solutions that enhance aviation safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Our portfolio includes Head-Down Displays (HDD), Head-Up Displays (HUD), Head Wearable Displays (HWD), and Combined Vision Systems (CVS), featuring Enhanced Vision System (EVS) and Synthetic Vision System (SVS) technologies. We deliver both retrofit and forward-fit solutions across a wide range of aircraft types, serving commercial airlines, cargo operators, business aviation, and special missions worldwide.

About the Role

As Universal Avionics’ Digital Design Engineer, you will design state-of-the-art FPGAs for safety-critical avionics applications in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Your work will span the entire product lifecycle, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on our mission of delivering exceptional aerospace avionics solutions.

You’ll join a highly collaborative engineering team, contributing to the design, development, and integration of next-generation avionics systems trusted by pilots worldwide.

Job Responsibilities

• In this role, you will:
• Independently estimate and complete work assignments on time while following established firmware development processes and procedures.
• Develop and review firmware requirements, design documentation, and VHDL source code for FPGA-based systems.
• Integrate firmware with hardware and existing systems, develop and run physical bench tests in the lab.
• Investigate and resolve complex problem reports and provide technical input for product/system requirements.
• Lead small firmware projects, contribute to process improvements, and support proposal efforts with ROM estimates.
• Collaborate closely in a team-oriented environment, ensuring design excellence throughout the product lifecycle.
• Some travel may be required.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree in Electrical Engineering,
• Five or more years of experience with FPGA design and development.
• Must be local to Duluth, GA or willing to relocate.
• Visa sponsorship is available for highly qualified candidates.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in VHDL and/or Verilog, with the ability to design FPGAs using either language
• Experience with FPGA design tools and flows, including Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, and timing analysis tools
• Strong understanding of digital logic design principles, including state machines, combinatorial logic, timing constraints, and simple interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C)
• Familiarity with FPGA verification concepts and debugging techniques
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a methodical and logical approach to troubleshooting
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a cross-functional engineering team

What We Offer:

Benefits eligibility starts on your first day as a full-time employee at Universal Avionics.

• Medical insurance (multiple plan options, including low-deductible PPO)
• Preventive care covered at 100%
• Affordable copays for doctor visits, urgent care, and prescriptions
• Teladoc virtual care access
• Vision coverage through VSP (includes exams, frames, and lenses)
• Dental insurance (covers preventive, basic, and major services)
• 401(k) with immediate safe harbor match (100% match on up to 4% of pay after 60 days)
• 9/80 work schedule option – every other Friday off
• Vacation, sick time, and 14 paid holidays (including a week in December)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Gym reimbursement

Wellness programs:

• Vitality (earn rewards for healthy habits)
• One Pass Select (discounted access to gyms, fitness apps, and more)
• Travel assistance and employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and emotional wellness support:

• Up to 3 free counseling visits per issue/year through Reliance Matrix
• Up to 6 free counseling sessions per issue/year through Health Advocate
• Includes mental health, financial, legal, work-life, medical navigation, and life coaching support
• And more!

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Universal Avionics offers the best of both worlds: the close-knit, agile culture of a mid-sized company, with the resources and global impact of our parent company, Elbit Systems.
• Our team is driven by purpose, innovation, and a shared passion for aviation safety.
• Here's what makes our work environment thrive:
• A collaborative, supportive team of skilled professionals and mentors
• Groundbreaking projects that shape the future of avionics technology
• A company culture that promotes innovation, career growth, and continuous learning
• Meaningful work that impacts air travel safety around the world
• A strong work-life balance, including a 9/80 schedule option

To learn more about Universal Avionics, visit:

Universal Avionics’ products and technology are subject to U.S. export laws and regulations, including but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As part of our compliance process, we inquire about work authorization and citizenship status to ensure alignment with these regulations.

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