FPGA Engineer

Job Description FPGA EngineerNorth Hykeham, Lincoln - PermanentSalary 33,000 - 44,000 DOE25 days annual leaveBuy or sell up to 5 days annual leaveAnnual Wellbeing allowanceTwo pension schemes to choose fromPrivate Medical Insurance + discounts for additional family membersLife Assurance scheme up to 4 x salaryShare Save schemeElectric/Hybrid Car leasing schemeCycle to work schemeRetail discountsMASS is an independent, global technology company, trusted by highly secure organisations to provide advanced, digital services that manage data and keep information safe. With our heritage in defence, we offer robust solutions to sectors where security expertise is essential. We work in partnership with customers, using skilled, technical experts. We think innovatively to provide tailored, agile and resilient solutions that secure advantage, so youre ready for digital transformation.Were growing our Electronic Warfare Operations Support Group (EWOS), a team of over 60 specialists from a wide range of backgrounds. Our engineers, scientists, and ex-military personnel work together to help our customers achieve their true operational potential and help keep their people and platforms safe.As part of this growth, MASS is looking for aFPGA Engineerto join our modelling team in North Hykeham, Lincoln, supporting team development and the delivery of technical excellence.This is a hands-on role suited to someone with experience in FPGA design and a strong background in digital logic, computer architecture, and programming who enjoys working at the intersection of hardware and software to design and test custom digital circuits.The ideal candidate will be a problem-solver who is passionate about technology and enjoys creating tangible electronic systems and has passion for developing signal processing systems for complex, real-world challenges.Key responsibilities:Implement FPGA architectures for RF signal processingDevelop for RFSoCs and FPGAs, including integration with high-speed ADCs/DACs.Support test and lab evaluation using signal generators, spectrum analysers, and oscilloscopes.Implement designs using VHDL, SystemVerilog, and MATLAB/Simulink HDL Coder.Develop C/C++ software for deployment to embedded systemsUse industry-standard tools such as Vivado, Quartus, and ModelSim for simulation, synthesis, and implementationEssential ExperienceDegree in a STEM subject ideally in Mathematics, physics or electronicsWorking knowledge (2+ years) of DSP algorithm development on FPGA architecturesExperience using MATLAB/SimulinkExperience using laboratory equipment for digital hardware/firmware design testing (Oscilloscopes, signal generators and logic analysers)Desirable ExperienceExperience working with embedded Linux, bare-metal C drivers, or FPGA-based system integrationKnowledge of data framing, tagging, and high-throughput IQ data handlingExperience working with synthetic electromagnetic environments and their associated software and hardware requirements and limitationsFamiliarity with Atlassian products (Jira/Bitbucket) for project and task management and collaborative developmentExperience with C/C++ for embedded systemsKnowledge of EW systems and concepts, including radar systemsWellbeingis at the core to our culture, allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Our people are important to us, and we take pride in our wellbeing programmes and policies that support individuals, including mental health first aiders and readily available support through our extensive employee assistance programme.Our non-negotiables:Due to the highly secure nature of the projects that you will be involved with, youmustbe:A UK NationalEligible to obtain and maintain a UK Government SC-levelsecurity clearanceApply todayto see how working for MASS could work for you!JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-01-08