FPGA Engineer- National Security

Forward Role; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Role is seeking an FPGA Engineer for a National Security programme based in Cheltenham or Romsey. You will work on FPGA design, DSP algorithm implementation, and system integration with embedded software to deliver mission-critical solutions.

Required skills include VHDL/Verilog, MATLAB/Simulink, and Embedded C/C++ or Python for testing. Eligible for eDV clearance; on-site work is expected in Cheltenham or Romsey.

Qualifications

• Experience in FPGA design (VHDL/Verilog) and DSP algorithm implementation.
• Strong command of VHDL/Verilog and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Embedded C/C++ or Python for testing, automation and processor-based interaction.
• Understanding of digital communication theory and RF principles.

Responsibilities

• FPGA design & development: design, simulation, synthesis and implementation of digital logic circuits.
• DSP algorithm implementation: develop, simulate and optimise real-time DSP algorithms (e.g. FIR/IIR filters, FFTs, I/Q demodulation, mixers)
• Hardware interfacing: create and manage high-speed digital interfaces (ADC, DAC, PCIe)
• System integration: collaborate with embedded software, PCB design and systems engineering teams to integrate firmware into the final product
• Debugging & lab testing: use oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers and signal generators to validate designs in the lab

Skills

VHDL/Verilog

MATLAB/Simulink

Embedded C/C++

Python

Digital communications theory

Job description

FPGA Engineer | eDV Clearance Required | National Security

Join a growing and highly trusted supplier into the National Security domain, delivering mission-critical solutions that help keep the nation safe, secure and prosperous. Long-term work has been secured across the full spectrum on the latest framework with the client, providing a springboard for continued growth in this domain. Working across leading-edge technology areas including AI/DS, Cyber, Cloud, DevOps/SRE and Platform Engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• FPGA Design & Development: design, simulation, synthesis and implementation of digital logic circuits
• DSP Algorithm Implementation: develop, simulate and optimise real-time DSP algorithms (e.g. FIR/IIR filters, FFTs, I/Q demodulation, mixers)
• Hardware Interfacing: create and manage high-speed digital interfaces (ADC, DAC, PCIe)
• System Integration: collaborate with embedded software, PCB design and systems engineering teams to integrate firmware into the final product
• Debugging & Lab Testing: use oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers and signal generators to validate designs in the lab

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in FPGA design (VHDL/Verilog) and DSP algorithm implementation
• Strong command of VHDL/Verilog and MATLAB/Simulink
• Embedded C/C++ or Python for testing, automation and processor-based interaction
• Understanding of digital communication theory and RF principles

Locations

• Cheltenham orRomsey

Security Clearance

• eDV clearance is required for this role; candidates must be eligible and willing to undergoeDV clearance