FPGA Firmware Engineer

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Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

9 months ago

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FPGA Firmware Engineer - Defence Communications
Location: Peterborough (3 days per week on-site)
Salary: £65,000-£80,000 + excellent benefits
Clearance: Must be eligible for BPSS & SC

Join a growing engineering team delivering critical communications solutions that keep air travel safe worldwide. This is a fantastic opportunity for an FPGA Firmware Engineer to take ownership of complex firmware projects for FPGA-based DSP systems used in advanced aviation communication products. You'll be part of a team of around 50 engineers working across the full development lifecycle, from design through to testing and validation.

What you'll be doing
You'll design, develop, test, and document firmware for FPGA-based DSP applications. Working closely with the Test & Acceptance teams, you'll support integration, test plan development, execution, and reporting. You'll participate in design and code reviews, provide informal guidance to junior engineers, and contribute ideas within a collaborative environment.

What you'll bring

Strong academic background in a relevant technical subject (e.g., Electronics, Communications, Computing)
Experience with VHDL/Verilog and C programming for FPGA firmware development
Knowledge of communications systems, modulation techniques, and DSP principles
Understanding of firmware/software design methodologies and the full product development lifecycle
Familiarity with SoC modular designs and embedded firmware implementation
Comfortable working in Windows and/or Linux development environmentsWhy this role?

Join a future-focused engineering team recognised for their investment in people
Work on cutting-edge FPGA firmware that supports vital global aviation communication systems
Collaborate with a talented, supportive team on long-term projects with clear career progression
Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a culture committed to continuous improvementYou'll get 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, enhanced pension contributions up to 8%, private healthcare, a subsidised canteen, cycle-to-work scheme, and more. The flexitime system lets you bank an extra day off each month, and there's a strong focus on continuous learning and development

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