Principal/Lead Firmware Engineer

Leonardo; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in defense and electronics is seeking a seasoned Principal/Lead Firmware Engineer in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role involves designing and developing advanced firmware for radar and electro-optic systems, alongside offering technical expertise in FPGA methodologies. Candidates should possess a degree in Electronics and Electrical Engineering with relevant FPGA skills, while enjoying a flexible work environment and comprehensive benefits, including private healthcare and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Dental schemes

Flexible working hours

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in firmware design and development for Radars and Electro Optics.
• Familiarity with verification techniques.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and travel.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop firmware for radar and electro-optics systems.
• Manage development activities and provide technical guidance.
• Ensure compliance with security clearance requirements.

Skills

FPGA design

VHDL

SystemVerilog

UVM

Project management

Education

Degree in Electronics and Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Principal/Lead Firmware Engineer, Newcastle upon Tyne

Client:

Leonardo

Location:

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU Work Permit Required:

Yes

Job Reference:

3b73dba9e75f

Job Views:

5

Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

Overview: The Electronics Function in Edinburgh is seeking a dynamic Lead Firmware Engineer to develop complex firmware for Radars and Electro Optics Groups. Candidates should have a degree in Electronics and Electrical Engineering with FPGA specialization.

Responsibilities: Design and develop firmware, manage development activities, and deliver solutions. Provide technical guidance on FPGA design and verification techniques including VHDL, SystemVerilog, and UVM.

Work Environment: Mainly office-based with occasional work in labs and production environments. Remote work may be possible depending on security requirements.

Additional Requirements: Ability to meet tight deadlines, occasional UK and overseas travel with overnight stays.

Security Clearance:

Required

Life at Leonardo:

Leonardo offers a benefits package, learning and development opportunities, flexible working hours, private healthcare, dental schemes, workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, and lifestyle options with a £500 annual allowance.

• Flexible Working: Hybrid options available, part-time opportunities upon discussion.
• Benefits: Holidays (25 days + bank holidays), buy/sell leave, up to 12 flexi days, pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution), wellbeing support, discounted gym membership, Cycle to Work scheme, online courses via Coursera, referral incentives, bonuses for management level employees.