Firmware Engineer

As a Firmware Engineer you will join Scotland team to support our activities within the Defence sector. - Location: Glasgow (Potential infrequent travel to additional sites) - On Site: 3-5 times per week (depending on level of work) - Clearance: Must hold full right to work in the UK and be eligible for/already hold SC Clearance - Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior (due to complexity of work) Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and implement VHDL-based FPGA firmware for high-reliability embedded systems. - Conduct firmware architecture design, coding, simulation, and testing activities in accordance with engineering and quality standards. - Collaborate with Hardware, Systems, and Software Engineers to ensure seamless integration of FPGA solutions into broader system architectures. - Perform timing analysis, verification, and validation of FPGA designs using simulation tools and test benches. - Support system reviews, documentation, and configuration management throughout the full development lifecycle. - Provide technical input and mentorship to junior engineers, ensuring adherence to design standards and best practices. Required Skills/Qualifications: - A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent military experience. - 5+ years’ experience in Firmware or FPGA Design within the Defence, Aerospace, or Safety-Critical Systems domains. - Proven expertise in FPGA development, including VHDL coding, synthesis, timing closure, and simulation. - Proficiency with FPGA development tools such as Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, or Mentor ModelSim. - Experience across the full firmware lifecycle — from requirements capture through to design validation and verification. - Strong understanding of embedded systems, digital design principles, and hardware-software integration. - Excellent communication, problem-solving, and documentation skills. Desirable Skills: - Familiarity with DO-254 or other safety-critical design standards. - Experience with Defence or Aerospace-grade hardware development. - Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python or TCL for automation. - Exposure to Configuration Management Tools (e.g. Git, SVN).