David Joslin
About David Joslin
David Joslin is an FPGA Engineer at Millennium Space Systems, where he develops core software infrastructure and specializes in RTL design for Microsemi chips. He has previous experience as a Firmware Engineer at Mercury Systems and as a Firmware Engineer Intern at Jeeva.
Work at Millennium Space Systems
David Joslin serves as an FPGA Engineer at Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, since 2022. His role involves developing core software infrastructure for team projects, which includes creating Docker containers for pipeline testing and Python interfaces for hardware testing. He specializes in designing, developing, verifying, and validating RTL for Microsemi chips that feature Triple Redundancy. His contributions are integral to the company's mission in the aerospace sector.
Previous Experience in Firmware Engineering
Before joining Millennium Space Systems, David worked at Mercury Systems as a Firmware Engineer II for seven months in 2021, and previously as a Firmware Engineer for one year from 2020 to 2021. During his tenure, he gained proficiency in Xilinx software applications, including Vivado and Petalinux. His work involved expanding his skill set in simulating complex designs using UVM and the Python library cocotb with the QuestaSim simulator.
Internship Experience at Jeeva
David Joslin completed a three-month internship as a Firmware Engineer Intern at Jeeva in 2019. During this internship, he designed an Rx-Tx system that live-streamed voltage measurements on a Python GUI. This experience provided him with practical skills in embedded systems and software development.
Education and Expertise
David studied at the University of Washington from 2016 to 2020, where he earned a degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Embedded Systems. His education laid the foundation for his expertise in FPGA design and firmware engineering, equipping him with the necessary skills for his professional career.
Teaching Assistant Role at University of Washington
David served as a Teaching Assistant in the Electrical & Computer Engineering Department at the University of Washington from 2019 to 2020. In this role, he supported faculty and students, enhancing his understanding of electrical engineering concepts while contributing to the academic environment.