Space FPGA Lead - OBDH Systems (Hybrid)

Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL); Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days holiday

Pension with life assurance

Private medical

Annual bonus

Share incentive plan

Job summary

SSTL is seeking an experienced engineer to join the On-Board Data Handling team in Guildford, with hybrid working options. You will lead OBDH work packages, translate spacecraft requirements, and deliver verified system solutions for space missions.

The role includes FPGA design in VHDL, working with digital electronics, and interfacing with customers across disciplines. A strong engineering background and problem-solving mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• BTEC/Degree in Electronics or equivalent.
• Good understanding of digital electronics.
• Knowledge of FPGA design in VHDL.
• Knowledge of Lab Test Equipment.
• Recent experience with schematic capture and simulation software (Mentor Graphics, OrCAD PSPICE, etc).
• Self-motivated and able to manage a package of work.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with customers.
• Good organisation and prioritisation abilities.
• Creative problem solving and adaptability.
• Ability to work on multiple projects under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Act as OBDH Subsystem Lead and Work Package Manager in Space Projects.
• Identify and flow-down spacecraft system requirements to the OBDH system.
• Deliver an OBDH system solution that meets requirements with defined processes.
• Manage and verify requirements.
• Own the OBDH system and related inputs.
• Perform system/subsystem interfacing and trade-offs.
• Support design engineers to manage the technical solution.
• Deliver satellite OBDH work packages including budget and schedule.
• Interface with internal and external customers.
• Author technical documents including FMEA, plans, procedures, and descriptions.
• Update circuit designs with obsolete parts or improvements.
• Design, implement and verify FPGA components in VHDL.
• Provide support to product development as needed.

Skills

OBDH engineering

FPGA design

VHDL

Digital electronics

Communication skills

Education

BTEC / Degree in Electronics

Tools

Mentor Graphics

OrCAD PSPICE

Schematic capture

Lab equipment

MS Office

Job description

SSTL is seeking an experienced engineer to join the On-Board Data Handling team in Guildford, with hybrid working options. You will lead OBDH work packages, translate spacecraft requirements, and deliver verified system solutions for space missions.

The role includes FPGA design in VHDL, working with digital electronics, and interfacing with customers across disciplines. A strong engineering background and problem-solving mindset are essential.