We are seeking 2 x SC Cleared Senior Firmware (FPGA) Engineers to join a leading defence technology organisation in Edinburgh. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge airborne applications, developing high-performance firmware solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and develop innovative FPGA firmware solutions using VHDL.
* Verify designs using VHDL or SystemVerilog/UVM.
* Analyse system-level documents and derive detailed firmware requirements.
* Implement high-speed interface design & integration (PCIe, DDR3, Ethernet).
* Specify and manage complex timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route.
* Support system-related verification, integration, and debugging.
* Work to structured firmware design processes (eg, RTCA DO-254 or similar).
Essential Skills & Experience
* Degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), ideally specialising in FPGA/Digital techniques.
* Proven FPGA design experience with VHDL.
* Familiarity with SystemVerilog/UVM verification.
* Expertise with current FPGA technologies (Xilinx, AMD, Altera, Microchip) and associated tools.
* Experience with high-speed interface design and working to industry standards.
* Siemens design tool experience.
* Strong communication skills and ability to work within structured engineering life cycles.
Desirable Skills
* AMD devices/chipset experience.
* Microchip FPGAs experience preferred.
* Model-driven engineering tools (eg, MATLAB, Simulink).
Due to the nature of the project and role, the successful candidate will have a valid UK SC Clearance prior to a start.