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FPGA Engineer
Join a forward-thinking team at the forefront of national security technology, where your expertise will directly contribute to safeguarding our nation. As an FPGA Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and developing mission-critical solutions that encompass cutting-edge AI, cyber, and communications technologies, supporting long-term strategic initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment within the scenic Hampshire countryside, collaborating with the best minds to solve complex problems that matter most.
What You'll Do:
- Design, simulate, synthesise, and implement digital logic circuits for FPGA devices.
- Develop, test, and optimise real-time DSP algorithms such as FIR/IIR filters, FFTs, I/Q demodulation, and mixers.
- Create and manage high-speed digital interfaces including ADC, DAC, and PCIe.
- Collaborate across teams—embedded software, PCB design, and systems engineering—to seamlessly integrate firmware into final products.
- Conduct debugging and lab testing using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators.
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Required Skills:
- Proven experience in FPGA design utilising VHDL and Verilog.
- Strong command of MATLAB/Simulink for algorithm development.
- Practical knowledge of DSP algorithm implementation and digital communication principles.
- Proficiency in embedded C/C++ or Python for testing and automation.
- Understanding of RF principles and digital communication theories.
Nice to Have Skills:
- Experience with hardware interfacing and signal integrity.
- Knowledge of system integration within security-centric projects.
- Familiarity with embedded processor design and firmware development.
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Preferred Education and Experience:
- A degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field.
- Several years of hands-on FPGA design experience, especially in high-security or defense domains.
Other Requirements:
- Must hold active MOD DV clearance.
- Ability to work in a secure environment with occasional travel to client sites if required.
This is your chance to make an impact by working on innovative solutions that protect critical assets and ensure national security. Apply now and become part of a team dedicated to engineering excellence and technological advancement.
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