Job Description
FPGA Electronics Engineer
Client: BAE Systems
Location: Cowes
Duration: 6 months initially
Working Arrangements: 3 – 4 days per week on site, will need to be able to travel to Cowes, some work at Broad Oak may be possible
Hourly Rate: £62.58 PAYE or £84.55 Umbrella
BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Digital Electronics Engineer to take a senior technical lead role in the development of advanced radar systems.
The Role
This is a key technical position responsible for the electronic aspects of digital hardware design across the full engineering lifecycle — from requirements definition through to integration, verification and customer acceptance.
You will act as a Design Authority for digital hardware, providing technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and ensuring a consistent approach across multidisciplinary teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Define and design digital sub-systems, including FPGA-based solutions
* Lead VHDL design, simulation, test and integration activities
* Support overall radar system design and produce technical documentation
* Oversee verification and design assurance activities
* Contribute to system timing, BITE strategy and integration
About You
* Degree in Electronic Engineering (or related discipline)
* Strong experience in digital design, including FPGA development and complex PCB design
* Experience across the full design lifecycle and system integration
* Confident providing technical leadership and guidance