Senior or Principal FPGA/Firmware Engineer

Leonardo SpA
Luton
11 months ago
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Job Description:

Would you like to deliver the complex Firmware that forms part of our self-protection systems installed on fast jet, UAV, land and naval platforms?

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced FPGA/Firmware Engineer to join our growing Luton or Bristol based teams.

What you will do

As an FPGA/Firmware engineer, you will work with the support of experts in their field, using world-class facilities to deliver Firmware for complex digital systems that meet challenging future customer requirements. Your role may even take you across the UK or abroad for technical reviews.

What we need from you

What you really must have:

  1. Design tools such as Xilinx, TCL, Verilog, System Verilog and UVM
  2. FPGA architectures such as Xilinx 7, Xilinx UltraScale; Intel (Altera) or Microsemi (Actel).
  3. Fast interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet, and JESD.
  4. Auto-generated code using model driven engineering using Matlab and Simulink tools.
  5. Derivation of detailed Firmware requirements and architecture from system requirements.
  6. A structured approach to firmware design (RTCA DO-254 or similar).
  7. Cryptography and anti-tamper techniques.
  8. Artificial Intelligence including machine learning and genetic algorithms.
  9. Electronics test methods and equipment.
  10. Good verbal and written communication skills.
  11. Working in mixed discipline teams.
  12. HNC/HND or Undergraduate Degree (Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Games Programming, Physics, or Applied Physics) or you may just have lots of skills and experience gained through your hard work.
  13. Due to the nature of our work, any candidate must have 5 years UK residency and be capable of achieving full SC security clearance.

Security Clearance

You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit:Security Vetting Clearance Levels

It would be nice if you had:

  1. Experience within the defence industry.

Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

  1. Flexible Working:Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us.
  2. Company funded flexible benefits:Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance).
  3. Holidays:25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year.
  4. Pension:Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution).
  5. Wellbeing:Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers).
  6. Lifestyle:Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme.
  7. Training:Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera.
  8. Referral Incentive:You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member.
  9. Bonus:Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below.

For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity.

We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.

Primary Location:
GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300

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