Overview

Leonardo is seeking Lead and Principal FPGA/Firmware Engineers to join our growing teams in Luton or Bristol. You will deliver firmware for complex digital systems that meet challenging customer requirements and collaborate with world-class experts.

What You Will Do

• Firmware requirements capture and management
• FPGA design and analysis
• Production of documentation for other engineers and evidence for design reviews
• Development of FPGA test and FPGA integration plans
• Perform system integration work with PCB designers
• Support firmware designs through the company firmware process – training will be given
• Modification of existing firmware designs and test benches

What You’ll Bring

• An HNC/HND or Undergraduate Degree (Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Games Programming, Physics, or Applied Physics) or equivalent experience
• Design tools such as Xilinx, TCL, Verilog, SystemVerilog and UVM
• FPGA architectures such as Xilinx 7.x, Xilinx UltraScale; Intel (Altera) or Microsemi (Actel)
• Fast interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet, and JESD
• Auto-generated code using model-driven engineering with Matlab and Simulink
• Derivation of FPGA/Firmware requirements and architecture from system requirements
• A structured approach to FPGA/firmware design (RTCA DO-254 or similar)
• Cryptography and anti-tamper techniques
• Artificial Intelligence including machine learning and genetic algorithms
• Electronics test methods and equipment
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, potentially including eligibility for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information please visit the Leonardo security and vetting page.

Why Join Us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance.

• Time to Recharge: generous leave with up to 12 additional flexi-days per year
• Secure your Future: pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution
• Your Wellbeing Matters: mental health support, financial advice, and inclusion networks
• Rewarding Performance: bonus scheme for employees at management level and below
• Never Stop Learning: access to 4,000+ online courses
• Refer a friend: referral rewards
• Tailored Perks: flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, discounts, gym memberships, and more
• Flexible Working: hybrid options; part-time opportunities may be possible

Details

Primary Location: GB - Luton; Additional Location: GB - Bristol

Contract Type: Permanent

Hybrid Working: Yes

Job Functions and Industries

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace, and Security

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