Embedded Digital Design Engineer

MBDA UK Ltd; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exceptional opportunity awaits a driven Embedded Digital Design Engineer to work on cutting-edge technology in a dynamic environment. This role offers the chance to engage in all phases of the development cycle, from initial design to on-target integration, contributing to complex embedded digital systems. With a focus on innovation and problem-solving, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, enhancing your technical and leadership skills. Join a leading defense organization committed to professional growth and diversity, where your contributions will play a vital role in supporting the Armed Forces and protecting our nations.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Up to 15 additional days of Flexi Leave

Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Subsidised meals

Free car parking

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree level education or equivalent qualification required.
• Experience in Digital Hardware, FPGA, or Embedded Software Design.

Responsibilities

• Involvement in all phases of embedded system development.
• Design implementation, integration, and testing of embedded systems.

Skills

Digital Hardware Design

FPGA Design

Embedded Software Design

Problem-solving

Integration and testing of embedded systems

Education

Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Xilinx

Intel

Texas Instruments

Analogue Devices

Job description

Are you a driven and proficient Embedded Digital Design Engineer looking for an exceptional opportunity to showcase your problem-solving abilities and contribute to world-class engineering projects?

As an Embedded Digital Design Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to work on innovative projects with our advanced technology. With involvement at all phases of the development cycle, you'll ultimately see the overall embedded system come to life!

Job Title: Embedded Digital Design Engineer

Salary: Circa £40,000-£60,000 depending on experience

Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working. This role could be full-time or part-time to meet your needs. We are flexible and accommodating.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

The opportunity:

This is an exciting opportunity for an Embedded Digital Design Engineer to be involved in the development of our growing portfolio of complex embedded digital systems. The portfolio ranges from advanced DSP systems (e.g. Image Processing, Software Defined Radios), complex SoC systems, through to safety and security critical systems; using the latest embedded devices from all the major vendors (e.g. Xilinx, Intel, Texas Instruments, Analogue devices, etc).

You will be involved at all phases of the development cycle from initial embedded design (e.g. partitioning functions between Software and FPGA domains), through the design implementation phases, and finally to the on-target integration and test; ultimately seeing the overall embedded system come to life!

The role is multi-disciplinary, allowing you to develop a variety of skills ranging from, but not limited to, Embedded-System design, Software design, FPGA design, and Hardware design, depending on your focus for technical development. The role can also offer technical and team lead opportunities, giving you options to grow your career in both technical and leadership directions.

What we're looking for from you:

We seek individuals who want to work with exciting cutting-edge technology, enjoy problem-solving, and work as part of multi-disciplined teams to deliver complex solutions for our customers. Ideally educated to degree level (or equivalent qualification) with experience or knowledge in some of the following areas:

1. Background in either Digital Hardware Design, FPGA Design (firmware), or Embedded Software Design.
2. Embedded digital design and modelling skills (e.g. partitioning of functional elements between software and FPGA, and modelling/analysing key performance aspects of the resulting design).
3. Integration and test of embedded systems onto hardware platforms.

Engineering is at the heart of our business; this role will allow you to develop your core technical and leadership skills and gain wider experience of complex systems. You will be working alongside a multidisciplinary engineering team and will be a key part of a supportive and growing team as your career expands with us. The business is committed to upskilling people through both formal training and practical experience. It is a fantastic role in which you can develop both personally and professionally.

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MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

What we can offer you:

1. Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year).
2. Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%.
3. Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime.
4. Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days.
5. Enhanced parental leave: Offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave, and fertility testing and treatments.
6. Facilities: Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking, and much more.
7. Training and Development: Excellent career progression; training and career development opportunities.

Our Business:

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, and more...

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support, or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

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