Firmware/ FPGA Engineers - all levels
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hackajob is partnering directly with Leonardo to hire for this role. Job Description: Salary: Engineer: £37,400 to £53,550 / Senior: £45, 200 to £61,950 / Principal: £53,300 to £71,400 / Lead: £59,400 to £84,955 Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Your Impact: Are you ready to shape the future of cutting-edge technology? Leonardo, a global leader in advanced electronics, is seeking Firmware/FPGA Engineers at all levels to join our innovative teams across the UK. Whether youre just starting your career or looking for your next challenge, this is your opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment. What youll bring: As a
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Firmware/FPGA Engineer at Leonardo, youll take on a pivotal role in designing, developing, and delivering firmware solutions that power our advanced systems. Your responsibilities will include: Concept development for complex functions and systems. FPGA design and analysis. Production of material for design reviews. Development oftest planning, integration anddesign verification. Ensure that allfirmwaredesigns follow the companyfirmwareprocess. What we need from you: We value both technical expertise and a passion for innovation. Depending on your experience, youll bring some, or all, of the following: Experience in design techniques using VHDL Experience in verification techniques using eitherVHDLor SystemVerilog/ UVM. Experience in specifying timing and area constraints forefficientFPGA place and route. Ability toanalysesystem level requirements and derive detailedfirmwarerequirements., Degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD, EngD) in Electrical &Electronic Engineering(preferable) or similar
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engineering/science course, If you are passionate in what you do and can deliver a pragmatic approach to problem solving, we would like to hear from you. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Governments Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and worklife balance. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, were here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a teamthey are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! 26ATDC Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Additional Locations: GB - Newcastle Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid JBRP1_UKTJ
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