Company Description

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Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

Job Description

Are you a skilled Firmware Engineer with a passion for innovation in the defence and aerospace sector? At ALTEN UK, we are seeking talented engineers to support high-impact projects across various programs in the UK. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge FPGA architectures and technologies, shaping solutions that make a real difference. Join our dynamic team and elevate your career in an environment that values expertise and collaboration.

Location:

Flexible within the UK.
Hybrid working model based on project requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement complex designs using FPGA development tools such as Vivado, Diamond, Radiant, Vitis, or Propel.

• Design digital electronics using hardware development languages like VHDL or System Verilog.

• Architect and verify test benches using VHDL, System Verilog, or C++, with advanced methodologies such as OSVVM/UVVM or UVM.

• Simulate designs using tools like Siemens ModelSim or QuestaSim.

• Work with advanced communication and interface technologies, including PCIe, Ethernet, Serial Comms, AXI4, and CameraLink.

• Ensure compliance with process assurance standards, such as DO254, IEC 61508, ISO 26262, and OpenCPI.

Qualifications

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong experience with FPGA architectures, including AMD/Xilinx and Lattice.

• Proficiency with FPGA development tools and scripting languages like TCL.

• Deep understanding of verification methodologies and simulation tools.

• Familiarity with interface technologies and standards, including JESD204, SMPTE, and CameraLink.

• Experience with algorithm development and digital electronic design.

• Knowledge of process assurance and cyber security standards.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• Sole British citizenship

• Eligible for SC Clearance.

Additional Information

Why join us? 

We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently. 

Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities. 

We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies. 

We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We’re here to empower you and help you reach your full potential. 

Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today! 

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• A competitive salary
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)