FPGA Engineer
6 months
Outside IR35
Candidates must be eligible to obtain a UK SC Clearance
Our client is seeking an FPGA Engineer to support advanced Defence and Security programmes on a contract basis. The role involves designing, developing and verifying FPGA firmware for complex electronic systems, working across multidisciplinary engineering teams and highly regulated environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Designing and developing FPGA solutions using Xilinx, TCL, Verilog, SystemVerilog and UVM
Working with FPGA architectures including Xilinx 7 Series, Xilinx UltraScale, Intel (Altera) and Microsemi (Actel)
Developing and integrating high-speed interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet and JESD
Using MATLAB and Simulink for model-driven engineering and auto-generated code
Deriving detailed firmware requirements and architectures from wider system requirements
Applying structured firmware design processes aligned with RTCA DO-254 or similar standards
Supporting the development of cryptography and anti-tamper techniques
Contributing to artificial intelligence applications, including machine learning and genetic algorithms
Using appropriate electronics test methods and equipment to verify system performance
Collaborating effectively within mixed-discipline engineering teams
Job Requirements:
Experience in FPGA engineering, firmware development
Strong knowledge of Verilog, SystemVerilog, TCL and UVM
Understanding of Xilinx, Intel (Altera) or Microsemi FPGA architectures
Experience with high-speed interfaces, including PCIe, Ethernet and JESD
Knowledge of structured firmware development and standards such as RTCA DO-254
Understanding of cryptography, anti-tamper methods and secure electronics design
Familiarity with MATLAB, Simulink, model-driven engineering or auto-generated code
Strong electronics testing, problem-solving and analytical skills
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary Defence and Security environments
This contract opportunity offers the chance to contribute to innovative FPGA, firmware and secure electronics projects within the Defence and Security sector. If you have the required FPGA engineering expertise and are ready for your next contract assignment, apply now
