Embedded Digital Design Engineer

MBDA UK; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Pension 14%

Paid overtime

Flexi leave

Flexible working

Enhanced parental leave

Site facilities

Job summary

MBDA UK is seeking an Embedded Digital Design Engineer in Stevenage to contribute to complex embedded digital systems across DSP, SoC and security-critical domains. You will work across the development cycle, from partitioning between software and FPGA to on-target integration and testing.

The role offers hybrid working, possible relocation, and a supportive environment with opportunities for technical and leadership growth, flexible working, and a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Degree-level or equivalent in a relevant engineering field.
• Experience or knowledge in digital hardware, FPGA firmware, or embedded software design.
• Experience with partitioning between software and FPGA and ensuring testable integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded digital systems across DSP, SoC, and security-critical domains.
• Partition functions between software and FPGA and implement designs.
• Guide design implementation, integration, and on-target testing of embedded systems.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and support leadership growth.

Skills

Digital hardware design

FPGA design

Embedded software design

Software/FPGA partitioning

System integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

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 £50,000-£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 in order 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.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• 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.
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more.

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) There is great opportunity to 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 so you will have opportunity to develop a variety of skills ranging from, but not limited to, Embedded-System design, Software design, FPGA design and Hardware design, depending where you want to focus your technical development. The role can also offer technical and team lead opportunities, giving you the options to grow your career in a variety of both technical, and leadership directions.

What we’re looking for from you:

People who want to work with exciting cutting edge technology, enjoy problem solving, and working 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: Background in either Digital Hardware Design, FPGA Design (firmware), or Embedded Software Design. 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) Integration and test of embedded systems onto hardware platforms Engineering is at heart of our business; and this role will give you an opportunity to both develop your core technical and leadership skills and gain a wider experience of complex systems. You will be working alongside a multidiscipline engineering team, and you 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.

Our company:

Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given 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. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability 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.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. What we do matters. Because defence matters. As a leading company in the defence industry we support our nations by delivering essential military capabilities, both for today and the future. We are proud to be an award-winning employer and are proud of the growing diversity of our workforce. Our people are the ones who drive our constant innovation and deliver against challenging targets. Whatever your background, we welcome your application to MBDA UK and look forward to speaking with you soon.