Vhdl Fpga Firmware Engineer

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation

Southampton, GB
Not specified; bonus scheme available for manageme...
Hybrid
Vhdl firmware design experience
Xilinx microsemi or lattice fpga tools
Systemverilog uvm verification techniques
This role involves developing embedded VHDL firmware for complex aircraft sensor and communication systems within the Leonardo Airborne Communications group

Job Summary

  • This role involves developing embedded VHDL firmware for complex aircraft sensor and communication systems within the Leonardo Airborne Communications group.
  • Candidates will work across the full product lifecycle from initial concept to early life production using the latest high-speed FPGAs and System-on-Chips.
  • The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including up to 15% employer pension contribution, flexible working options, and access to over 4,000 online courses.

Matching Summary

This role involves developing embedded VHDL firmware for complex aircraft sensor and communication systems within the Leonardo Airborne Communications group.

Salary

Not specified; Bonus scheme available for management level and below; Up to 15% employer pension contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • VHDL firmware design experience
  • Xilinx Microsemi or Lattice FPGA tools
  • SystemVerilog UVM verification techniques
  • RTCA DO-254 structured firmware process
  • Timing and area constraint specification

Nice-to-have

  • IEC 61508 safety related firmware experience
  • Siemens EDA HDL Designer familiarity
  • Radio-based communication system experience
  • Mentoring junior team members
  • Security and legislative constraints awareness

Key Requirements

  • Experience with Xilinx Microsemi or Lattice tools
  • Knowledge of RTCA DO-254 or similar processes
  • UK Government security clearance eligibility (BPSS/SC/DV)

Work Rights

Must be eligible for UK Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) vetting

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