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FPGA Engineer / Senior FPGA Engineer

Fpga Design Engineer

Contract Embedded Design Engineer

Embedded Electronics Design Team Lead

Our client, a leading company in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking an FPGA Engineer to join their team in Luton on a contract basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Firmware Engineer to work within an innovative team, delivering cutting-edge digital systems designed to meet complex future customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and implement Firmware using Xilinx, TCL, Verilog, System Verilog, and UVM.
Work with FPGA architectures including Xilinx 7, Xilinx UltraScale, Intel (Altera), or Microsemi (Actel).
Utilise fast interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet, and JESD.
Generate auto code using Matlab and Simulink tools.
Derive detailed Firmware requirements and architecture from system requirements.
Apply a structured approach to firmware design following standards such as RTCA DO-254 or similar.
Employ cryptography and anti-tamper techniques.
Incorporate Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, and genetic algorithms into designs.
Use various electronics test methods and equipment.
Collaborate effectively within mixed discipline teams.

Job Requirements:

Experience with design tools such as Xilinx, TCL, Verilog, System Verilog, and UVM.
Strong knowledge of FPGA architectures like Xilinx 7, Xilinx UltraScale, Intel (Altera), or Microsemi (Actel).
Proficiency in using fast interfaces like PCIe, Ethernet, and JESD.
Capability in auto-generated code using model-driven engineering tools such as Matlab and Simulink.
Understanding of firmware design approaches following standards like RTCA DO-254.
Knowledge of cryptography and anti-tamper techniques.
Experience with Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, and genetic algorithms.
Expertise in electronics test methods and equipment.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Educational background in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Games Programming, Physics, or Applied Physics (HNC/HND or Undergraduate Degree preferred).
Eligibility for full SC security clearance (5 years UK residency required).

Desirable Skills:

Experience within the defence industry.

Security Clearance:

You must be eligible for full security clearance.
If you are an experienced FPGA Engineer looking to make a significant impact in the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of our client's dynamic team in Luton

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