Principal ASIC Design Verification Engineer (Starshield)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Hawthorne, CA
Salary: $200,000–$285,000 / yr
Posted: today

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TL;DR · Principal ASIC Design Verification Engineer (Starshield)

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The Principal ASIC Design Verification Engineer role at Starshield in Hawthorne, CA, is a senior position within the National Security team. This engineer will lead design verification and test bench development for complex ASIC projects, utilizing Python for automation to enhance efficiency. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in design verification and possesses expertise in creating robust test environments. Key skills include proficiency in verification methodologies, scripting languages like Python, and a deep understanding of digital circuit design principles. This role involves working on cutting-edge security technology with significant scale and complexity, addressing critical business challenges in the national defense sector.

Skills

Python ASIC Design Verification Test Bench Development CI/CD

What you'll do

Develop and maintain test benches for ASIC design verification.
Write complex test cases to ensure thorough coverage of design requirements.
Utilize Python scripts for automation in the verification process.
Collaborate on debugging issues identified during verification phases.
Ensure compliance with ITAR regulations throughout project development.

What we're looking for

8+ years of experience in ASIC design verification and test bench development
Proficient in Python for automation and scripting
Strong background in creating and maintaining complex test environments
Experience with U.S. Department of State ITAR requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

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