Leonardo · Luton - Cap. Green 300, United Kingdom

Job Description: Salary Ranges Engineer: £38k - £53k Senior: £45k - £61k Principal: £54k - £71k Lead: £60k - £84k Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Where this vacancy is being recruited across more than one grade, the successful candidate will be appointed to a specific assessed grade, and the applicable salary range will be that associated with the grade of appointment. Leonardo offers an additional allowances for some roles – for more information please contact ukcareers@leonardo.com Your impact Would you like to deliver the complex Firmware that forms part of our self-protection systems installed on fast jet, UAV, land and naval platforms? Do you have experience leading Firmware teams or delivering highly complex embedded solutions Leonardo is looking for Lead and Principal FPGA/Firmware Engineers to join our growing Luton or Bristol based teams. As an experienced FPGA/Firmware engineer you will work with experts in their field, using world-class facilities to deliver Firmware for complex digital systems that meet challenging future customer requirements. Your role may even take you across the UK or abroad for technical reviews. You will use or develop team leading experience to support the delivery of work from several engineers. Your expertise will also be key to enhance processes and ways of working across UK wide FPGA/Firmware delivery teams What you will do: Firmware requirements capture and management; FPGA design and analysis; Production of documentation for other engineers and evidence for design reviews; Development of FPGA test and FPGA integration plans; Perform system integration work with PCB designers Support all firmware designs through the company firmware process – training will be given Modification of existing firmware designs and test benches What you’ll bring An HNC/HND or Undergraduate Degree (Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Games Programming, Physics, or Applied Physics) or you may just have lots of skills and experience gained through your hard work. Design tools such as Xilinx, TCL, Verilog, System Verilog and UVM FPGA architectures such as Xilinx 7. Xilinx UltraScale; Intel (Altera) or Microsemi (Actel). Fast interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet, and JESD is also required. Auto-generated code using model driven engineering using Matlab and Simulink tools Derivation of detailed FPGA/Firmware requirements and architecture from system requirements A structured approach to FPGA/firmware design (RTCA DO-254 or similar) Cryptography and anti-tamper techniques Artificial Intelligence including machine learning and genetic algorithms Electronics test methods and equipment Good verbal and written communication skills Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Additional Locations: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid

Leonardo · Luton - Cap. Green 300, United Kingdom

Job Description: Salary Range Engineer: £38k - £53k Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Where this vacancy is being recruited across more than one grade, the successful candidate will be appointed to a specific assessed grade, and the applicable salary range will be that associated with the grade of appointment. Leonardo offers an additional allowances for some roles – for more information please contact ukcareers@leonardo.com Your Impact: What does it take to make complex EW and Future Combat Air systems react in real time, under extreme conditions? At Leonardo, it’s the FPGA logic at the heart of those systems that makes the difference. As an FPGA Design Engineer working on our EW and FCA programmes, you’ll help develop the programmable logic that enables high‑speed sensing, signal processing and decision‑making in mission‑critical environments. Based primarily in Luton, this role combines real programme delivery with access to a structured FPGA Academy, allowing capable engineers to deepen and accelerate their FPGA expertise while contributing to live EW and combat‑air systems. Hybrid working is supported, with on‑site presence flexing to meet programme needs. What you will do as an FPGA Design Engineer on EW and FCA programmes: Design, develop and verify FPGA logic for advanced electronic warfare and combat‑air systems. Work on modern FPGA platforms supporting: High‑speed data movement and sensor interfaces Deterministic, low‑latency processing chains Embedded processing using SoC devices and soft‑core processors Support the delivery of FPGA solutions enabling advanced signal processing, control and real‑time data handling. Translate system‑level requirements into robust FPGA architectures and implementations. Implement, simulate and verify designs using structured FPGA development and verification methodologies. Support integration, bring‑up and debug of FPGA designs within complex hardware platforms in advanced electronics laboratories. Collaborate closely with hardware, systems and software teams to deliver fully integrated EW and FCA system solutions. Participate in design and technical reviews, and where required, support activity across UK sites or customer locations. Alongside project delivery, you’ll be supported by a structured FPGA Academy, with training modules aligned to both your existing background and the needs of the EW and FCA programmes you’re supporting. How this role grows with you This is a role where progression comes through technical depth and delivery, not job titles alone. Initially, you’ll focus on building confidence developing and verifying FPGA designs while contributing meaningfully to EW and FCA programmes. As experience grows, you’ll take ownership of larger FPGA features or processing chains, influencing architectural and implementation decisions. With proven delivery and judgement, progression leads naturally to Senior and Principal FPGA roles, where you shape FPGA strategy, mentor others and influence system‑level solutions. Growth is driven by technical authority, problem‑solving and trust earned through programme delivery. What you’ll bring This role is suited to engineers with a strong technical foundation who want to build depth and confidence in FPGA development within complex system environments. Essential experience and knowledge: HNC/HND or degree‑level knowledge in a relevant discipline (e.g. Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or similar), or equivalent practical experience. Experience working within a structured engineering development lifecycle. Exposure to digital systems, programmable logic, or hardware‑proximate development. Awareness of high‑speed interfaces and digital design concepts (e.g. Ethernet, PCIe, JESD, LVDS). Hands‑on experience supporting system‑level debug and test, using appropriate electronics tools. Useful (but not required): Prior FPGA or HDL development experience. Experience with embedded processing, SoC‑based designs or real‑time systems. Background in defence, aerospace or other high‑reliability industries, where performance and robustness are critical. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid

Leonardo · Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Description: Salary Ranges Principal: £54k - £71k Lead: £60k - £84k Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Where this vacancy is being recruited across more than one grade, the successful candidate will be appointed to a specific assessed grade, and the applicable salary range will be that associated with the grade of appointment. Leonardo offers an additional allowances for some roles – for more information please contact ukcareers@leonardo.com Your Impact: This FPGA Firmware Specialist vacancy presents an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to develop their skills and knowledge within a thriving electronics organisation. In this broad VHDL firmware engineering role, you will work across a range of projects throughout various stages of the product lifecycle from initial concept development through to early life production. You will work with some of the latest high-speed FPGA’s and System-on-Chips (SoC’s) to help shape our future products. Key tasks shall also include supporting the vital architectural design decisions for defining the software-firmware architectures of our embedded systems. The role shall be based in either Southampton or Bristol with a primary focus on the design, development and architectures of embedded firmware solutions for complex aircraft sensor and communication systems. You will be part of the Leonardo Airborne Communications product development group within the Integrated Sensing & Protection line of business, interacting with partner organisations, sub-contractors and potential customers. What you will do: Firmware requirements capture and management. FPGA design and analysis. Firmware architectural solutions. Production of documentation for other engineers and evidence for design reviews. Development of FPGA test and FPGA integration plans. Perform system integration work with PCB designers and embedded software engineers. Support all firmware designs through the company firmware process – training will be given. Modification of existing firmware designs and test benches. What you will bring: Experience using FPGA technologies especially from either Xilinx, Microsemi (Actel) or Lattice and their tools. Experience of defining firmware-software based solutions. Embedded soft-core processor instantiation and SoC design experience. Advanced verification techniques using either VHDL or System Verilog / UVM. Specifying complex timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route. Ability to analyse system level requirements and derive detailed Firmware requirements. A methodical approach to the full firmware design lifecycle, working to a structured firmware process such as RTCA DO-254 or similar. Experience of working on safety related firmware to IEC 61508 would be advantageous. De-bugging firmware designs and supporting verification and integration at hardware and system level alongside Software and Hardware Engineers. Making technical decisions and mitigating technical risk for Firmware design activities. Ability to communicate effectively across different disciplines both verbally and in written form. Familiarity with Siemens EDA FPGA development tools including HDL Designer and ModelSim / Questa is an advantage. It would be nice if you had: Awareness of Safety, Security and other legislative constraints Engineering experience with radio-based communication systems. Experience of mentoring more junior members of the team. Security Clearance: This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting Why join us: At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Southampton Additional Locations: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid

Leonardo · Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Description: The opportunity: At Leonardo, we are looking for multiple industry experienced Embedded Lead Software Engineers to join our growing Software community. What you’ll do as a Embedded Lead Software Engineer: You will develop embedded software for a state-of-the-art radar platform. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, working closely with Electronic and VHDL/FPGA engineers to ensure the successful testing and commissioning of a complex multi-unit system. The work is innovative and challenging on cutting-edge Arm and Intel SoC platforms Within the software engineering community at Leonardo Edinburgh, our mission is simple: "Deliver new features and enhancements quickly and continuously to keep our operators safe." That means we need to develop features, gather data, diagnose problems and deploy updates as quickly as possible. As a Software Engineer, you'll understand the value you deliver to our customers and how important that is to mission success. Due to the nature of the work we do, remote working and working from home is limited. Depending on your level of expertise, you'll mentor, coach and teach other software engineers, and actively contribute to sharing knowledge. We need you to: Show a sense of Community: You'll embed yourself within our community, and value the progress all teams make. You'll want to help others Be Adaptable: You'll be adaptable to the evolving challenges our community face Be Curious: You'll be an avid learner and stretch yourself to deliver on our mission Show Radical Candor: You'll care personally and challenge directly Be Passionate: You'll show passion and purpose to succeed in our mission Be Pragmatic: You'll make pragmatic choices to strengthen our community and achieve our mission What we need from you is applied knowledge and industry experience in: Strong low level embedded C programming skills A solid grasp of C++ Experience in testing and integrating software with firmware (VHDL/Verilog) and hardware Excellent debugging skills and application of various strategies Use of RTOSs such as VxWorks or embedded Linux Deployment of software to distributed hardware platforms, multicore programming, memory management techniques, device driver development, code optimisation, interrupt-driven designs A good understanding of electronics, schematic design and use of test equipment Experience developing solutions for ARM and Intel based multicore processing platforms Communication protocols (I2C, SPI, USB, Serial, Network, PCIe) Familiarity with configuration management tools, defect tracking and peer review Demonstrable experience in the following areas will help you stand out: Working alongside firmware and hardware engineers to develop working embedded solutions Knowledge of standards such as DO-178C and coding standards such as MISRA C/C++ Requirements management tools Experience of Agile development and Atlassian toolset Understanding of the Internet of Things (IoT) Experience developing Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment Security Clearance You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit : https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels Life at Leonardo With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people. Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance) Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution) Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers) Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK. At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people’s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection. This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo’s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us. Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Contract Type: Hybrid Working: Onsite