Senior / Principal Firmware Engineer

Job Description:

Would you like to deliver complex Firmware that forms part of our self-protection systems installed on fast jet, UAV, land, and naval platforms?

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Firmware Engineer to join our growing Luton-based team. We offer flexible working options, including hybrid or remote work.

What you will do:

As a Firmware Engineer, you will work with experts in the field, using world-class facilities to deliver firmware for complex digital systems that meet challenging future customer requirements. Your role may involve technical reviews across the UK or abroad.

What we need from you:

• Experience with design tools such as Xilinx, TCL, Verilog, SystemVerilog, and UVM
• Knowledge of FPGA architectures like Xilinx 7, UltraScale, Intel (Altera), or Microsemi (Actel)
• Experience with high-speed interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet, JESD
• Proficiency in auto-generated code using model-driven engineering with Matlab and Simulink
• Ability to derive detailed firmware requirements and architecture from system requirements
• A structured approach to firmware design, following standards like RTCA DO-254
• Knowledge of cryptography and anti-tamper techniques
• Experience with artificial intelligence, including machine learning and genetic algorithms
• Electronics testing methods and equipment knowledge
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams
• Relevant education or extensive experience in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Games Programming, Physics, or Applied Physics

Note: Candidates must have 5 years of UK residency and be capable of obtaining full SC security clearance due to the nature of the work.

Security Clearance: Experience within the defence industry is preferred.

Life at Leonardo:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, commitment to learning and development, and flexible working hours tailored to employee and customer needs. Our benefits include private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle allowances, generous holiday entitlement, pension scheme, wellbeing support, discounted gym memberships, training opportunities, referral incentives, and management bonuses.

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