Date Posted:

2026-02-03

Country:

United Kingdom

Location:

GB-PLY-PLYMOUTH-C ~ Clittaford Rd Southway ~ BLDG C

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

At Collins Aerospace, precision and reliability guide everything we do. Our Bristol and Plymouth sites are centres of excellence for navigation and control systems, powering world-class innovations like MEMS-based IMUs and TERPROM® terrain navigation systems.

This is your opportunity to join a pioneering engineering team - in a hybrid role based in either Plymouth or Bristol - and take a leading role in the next generation of aerospace technology.

We’re looking for a Lead FPGA Engineer ready to take a leading role in shaping the next generation of aerospace systems. You’ll work on high performance navigation and sensor technologies where precision, reliability, and innovation are critical.

What You Will Do:

Lead full lifecycle firmware development on new and existing products and test equipmentWork closely with the Electronics Discipline Chief to drive continuous improvement in the firmware development processSupport the management and maintenance of software tools used by the digital design teamEffectively communicate firmware design and process decision to both technical and nontechnical audiencesCollaborate with multidisciplinary experts in systems, software, and mechanical design to bring complex projects to lifeParticipate in peer reviews for firmwareShare your expertise, mentor colleagues, and champion continuous improvement across the digital design team

What You’ll Learn

Develop deep expertise in high performance IMU and MEMS sensor design for real world aerospace applicationsGain hands-on experience with formal aerospace development processesWork directly with cutting-edge FPGA and mixed-signal technologies in live aerospace systemsThrive in a high-performing, collaborative engineering environment where precision meets innovationOpportunity to develop broader electronics skills alongside digital design work

What You Must Have:

A minimum 2:1 Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Electronics Engineering or a related fieldStrong VHDL experience — including architecture, coding, simulation, and test benching (Microchip, Xilinx, SoC)Proven experience of working to formal design standard such as DO-254Excellent communication skillsVision for continuous improvement and forward-thinking approach

Skills & Experience We Value

Familiarity with Verilog/SystemVerilog, OSVVM, UVM or UVVMExperience in MEMS sensors, airborne electronics, or ASIC developmentCross-disciplinary awareness (systems, software, mechanical)Experience with E-CAD tools for schematic capture, PCB layout, and simulation (e.g. Xpedition, HyperLynx, AMS)

What We Can Offer You:

Competitive salary and benefits packageFlexible and hybrid working optionsExcellent 2:1 matched pension contribution (up to 10%)Private health insurance and life assurance25 days annual leave plus the ability to buy or sell up to 5 moreEarly finish on FridaysCareer development, mentorship, and world-class training opportunitiesAnd much more!

Are you up for the challenge?

If you’re ready to make an impact in a company where innovation, precision, and purpose come together, join our mission today.

Note: The successful candidate must hold an active or be willing and eligible to obtain SC level security clearance. Please note that access to certain projects may be restricted based on nationality.

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