Overview
In this role, you will lead FPGA-based firmware development for mission-critical defence and aerospace systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performance, reliable electronics. You will own architecture and design decisions, drive verification and integration, and contribute to process improvements. The opportunity combines cutting-edge technology with a strong impact on safety and security, within a world-class engineering team. You will work in London, with opportunities for hands-on customer-facing and site work, and benefit from advanced training and career development.
Pay / Benefits
- competitive salary
- coaching, training, and ongoing career development
- pension with employer contributions
- generous holiday allowance
- flexible working arrangements
- hybrid working and early finish on Fridays
Responsibilities
- Design and develop firmware for FPGA-based systems using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog
- Lead or contribute to firmware architecture and design decisions
- Verify and validate firmware with simulations and test benches
- Collaborate with systems, hardware, and software engineers for integrated solutions
- Support requirements definition, design reviews, and technical decisions
- Contribute to continuous improvement of firmware processes (automation, scripting, documentation)
- Utilize industry-standard FPGA and SoC development tools
- Support integration activities, including occasional customer or test-site work
- Deliver work to defined time, cost, and quality standards
Key requirements
- Strong experience developing firmware for FPGA-based systems
- Expertise in VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog
- Experience with simulation/verification tools (ModelSim, QuestaSim)
- Solid understanding of digital design and hardware/software integration
- Ability to contribute to or lead design and architecture activities
- Strong communication skills in multidisciplinary teams
- Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance
- collaborative
- proactive
- strong communication
- FPGA firmware development
- HDL (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog)
- ModelSim/QuestaSim
Principal Firmware (FPGA) Engineer in London employer: Morson Group
Morson Group is an exceptional employer, recognised as one of the UK's Best Big Companies to work for, offering a supportive family-run culture that prioritises employee well-being and development. With 26 days of holiday, bespoke training programmes, and comprehensive mental health support, employees are empowered to grow and thrive in their roles, particularly within the dynamic Payroll team at our Salford office.
