General Dynamics Mission Systems engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of more than 13,000 top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defence and scientific arenas. In the UK, we are leading the way in avionics and communication systems. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency.

General Dynamics Mission Systems in St Leonards-on-Sea currently provide a wide range of Avionic Mission Computing Systems for a wide range Military Fast Jets, Helicopters and UAV’s. Recent success has resulted in General Dynamics developing the next generation of Advanced High Performance, Safety Critical Mission Computer Systems to meet the needs of latest platforms in development by several aircraft manufacturers. These Mission Computing Systems provide the functionality that integrates aircraft systems, sensor systems and weapon systems with the information and control systems required by the aircrew to meet the demanding operational needs of these aircraft.

Do you have hardware engineering experience, and are you seeking a new job in Hastings? General Dynamics Mission Systems UK is looking for Principal Firmware Engineers.

The role comes with an attractive salary of between £53,000 to £83,000 dependant upon experience and an excellent benefits package.

In these senior technical roles, you will work primarily on defense products and contracts.

The role involves a range of activities, including:

• Firmware development and verification, primarily VHDL, of complex systems and functions
• Adherence to RTCA/DO-254 and other applicable standards
• Lead internal and external firmware design reviews throughout the development life-cycle
• Support system architecture discussions where the firmware is a key component of the system

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To apply, you should be able to demonstrate engineering and domain experience across a number of the following areas:

• FPGA design and implementation for complex functions, primarily using XILINX SoCs and MicroSemi FPGAs
• Using VHDL
• Using simulation tools and the generation of verification test benches
• The XILINX Vivado and MicroSemi Libero toolsets, and supporting tools

If you’re looking to impact and create change positively, you will be rewarded with an excellent salary and benefits package for your inclusive and committed approach.

General Dynamics Missions Systems provides flexible working depending on the requirements for each programme. Some regular working on site will be required typically 1 or 2 days a week; lab integration work will be on site

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose, offering impressive benefits: 

• A compressed nine-day fortnight and compressed hours - which means every other Friday off. 
• A personalized career development plan, alongside regular progress reviews - supporting and valuing your progression within the Company. 
• A flexible working environment where your contributions are recognized and rewarded with flexible benefits 

We believe in maintaining a diverse workplace - inclusive of beliefs, cultural background, job experiences, thoughts and ideas. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we welcome you to join our inclusive team!

We are a Disability Confident Employer, as such we offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Please email [email protected] if you would like your application to be considered under the DC Scheme. For more details on the Disability Confident scheme in General Dynamics UK click here.

All successful/appointed applicants must be able to obtain a level of UK Security clearance that is appropriate for the role and undertake suitable Right to work checks.