Manager – FPGA & Embedded Systems

Park Controls & Communications; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Controls & Communications in Bengaluru seeks an experienced Manager for FPGA and embedded software development in aerospace and defence. The role involves leading design activities and ensuring compliance with aerospace certification standards.

Ideal candidates have around 10 years of experience, strong VHDL expertise, and leadership capabilities, focusing on efficient integration and documentation aligned with standards.

Qualifications

• Around 10 years of relevant experience in FPGA and embedded systems development.
• Prior experience in team handling or technical leadership roles preferred.
• Experience in aerospace/defense domain and certification environments is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead FPGA and embedded software development activities for LRU programs.
• Ensure adherence to DO-254 processes across the FPGA lifecycle.
• Manage and mentor a team of FPGA and embedded software engineers.

Skills

VHDL-based FPGA design

Embedded Linux

Hardware-software integration

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics/Electrical/Instrumentation/Embedded Systems or related

Tools

Quartus

ModelSim

Questa tools

Job description

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics/Electrical/Instrumentation/Embedded Systems or related
• 2 days ago
• Full Time

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Manager to lead FPGA and embedded software development for aerospace and defence LRUs. The role focuses on FPGA (VHDL / VERILOG) development, SoC-based embedded systems, Linux customization, and compliance with aerospace certification standards such as DO-254 under the regulatory framework of CEMILAC.

This role does not involve system engineering, circuit/PCB design, or board bring-up ownership, which are handled by dedicated teams. However, the candidate is expected to possess a working understanding of these areas to effectively collaborate and ensure seamless integration.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Lead FPGA (VHDL / VERILOG) and embedded software development activities for LRU programs.
• Architect and oversee FPGA implementation on SoC platforms (Intel/Altera).
• Guide embedded Linux development including bootloader, kernel customization, and boot time optimization.
• Ensure efficient hardware-software integration in coordination with system and hardware teams.

Compliance & Certification

• Ensure adherence to DO-254 processes across FPGA lifecycle.
• Support certification activities with CEMILAC and other agencies as applicable.
• Lead preparation and review of certification artifacts including plans, standards, design data, verification reports, and traceability.
• Drive process compliance, audits, and quality assurance practices.

Project & Team Management

• Manage and mentor a team of FPGA and embedded software engineers.
• Plan schedules, allocate resources, and track progress for multiple programs.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including hardware, system engineering, QA, and program management.

Development Oversight

• Review FPGA design (VHDL / VERILOG), simulation, synthesis, and timing closure.
• Oversee verification strategies, test benches, and validation activities.
• Guide debugging, integration, and system-level testing.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, configuration management, and version control.

Documentation & Quality

• Ensure development of complete and compliant documentation aligned with aerospace standards.
• Participate in and lead design and lifecycle reviews.
• Maintain traceability and configuration control throughout the lifecycle.

Skill & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics/Electrical/Instrumentation/Embedded Systems or related field.

Experience

• Around 10 years of relevant experience in FPGA and embedded systems development.
• Prior experience in team handling or technical leadership roles preferred.
• Experience in aerospace/defence domain and certification environments is highly desirable.
• Strong expertise in VHDL-based FPGA design and development.
• Hands-on experience with Intel (Altera) SoC FPGAs.
• Good understanding of embedded Linux (kernel, drivers, boot optimization).
• Experience in hardware-software integration and debugging.
• Familiarity with FPGA toolchains (Quartus, ModelSim, Questa tools etc.).

Domain Knowledge

• Working knowledge of DO-254 processes.
• Familiarity with certification workflows involving CEMILAC or equivalent bodies.
• Exposure to related standards (e.g., DO-178C) is an advantage.

Additional / Preferred Skills

• Basic understanding of system engineering, circuit/PCB design, and board bring-up (not mandatory but advantageous).
• Experience in safety-critical systems.
• Familiarity with requirement management and configuration tools.
• Exposure to CI/CD practices in FPGA and embedded environments.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Ability to work in structured, process-driven environments.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving orientation.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time delivery of FPGA and embedded deliverables.
• Compliance with certification and audit requirements.
• Quality metrics including defect density and rework.
• Team productivity and capability development.