Senior FPGA Engineer

SpaceJobSearch.com; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aerospace industry is seeking a Senior FPGA Engineer to join their On-Board Data Handling team. This role offers the chance to manage critical systems within satellite missions and contribute to innovative technical solutions. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in OBDH engineering and FPGA design, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Flexible working arrangements are available, and benefits include a comprehensive holiday package and a pension scheme.

Benefits

32 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with life assurance

Private medical insurance

International travel insurance

Annual bonus

Share incentive plan

Enhanced parental leave

High street discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years of OBDH System Engineering experience, ideally in space.
• Self-motivated with strong work management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead OBDH Subsystem and manage work packages for space projects.
• Design and verify FPGAs in VHDL; manage requirements for OBDH systems.
• Prepare technical documents including development plans and interface descriptions.

Skills

Digital electronics

FPGA design in VHDL

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

BTEC / Degree in Electronics

Tools

Schematic capture software

Simulation software

MS Office Suite

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Surrey Satellite Technology

Guildford, England, United Kingdom

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join the On-Board Data Handling team. Engineers at SSTL are involved in a mission from concept through to launch, commissioning, and operational life, providing a comprehensive cradle-to-grave experience and the chance to see your work in space within a rapid timescale. This key role will often sit within the core team of a satellite mission, interacting with other technical leads across multiple disciplines to develop innovative technical solutions.

Key Tasks

• Act as OBDH Subsystem Lead and Work Package Manager in space projects
• Identify and flow down spacecraft system requirements to the OBDH system
• Deliver OBDH system solutions that meet these requirements following company processes
• Manage and verify these requirements
• Own the OBDH system and all related aspects
• Handle system/subsystem level interfacing and trade-offs
• Support design engineers and manage technical solutions
• Manage and deliver satellite OBDH work packages, including budget and schedule
• Interface with internal and external customers
• Author technical documents such as interface FMEA, development/test/verification plans, procedures, and technical descriptions
• Make minor updates to circuit designs (e.g., changing obsolete parts, performance improvements, ECN generation)
• Design, implement, and verify FPGAs in VHDL
• Support product development as needed
• Work with typical OBDH system equipment: On-board Computer, Data Recorder, Payload Interface Unit

Previous Experience

5+ years of OBDH System Engineering experience in systems or OBDH electronics, ideally in space or aerospace industries.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills

• BTEC / Degree in Electronics or equivalent
• Strong understanding of digital electronics
• Knowledge of FPGA design in VHDL
• Experience with lab test equipment
• Recent experience with schematic capture and simulation software (e.g., Mentor Graphics, OrCAD PSPICE)
• Self-motivated with good work management skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Good organizational skills and workload prioritization
• Creative problem-solving abilities
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Work well under pressure with attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrate company values: accountability, drive & delivery, effective communication, self-management, teamwork

Location

Based in Guildford with support for hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Includes 32 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension scheme with life assurance, private medical & international travel insurance, annual bonus, share incentive plan, enhanced parental leave, high street discounts, and more.

Apply by March 21, 2024.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Defense & Space

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