FPGA Engineer- National Security

Company: Forward Role
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Location: Cheltenham
Job Description:

FPGA Engineer | eDV Clearance Required | National Security

Join a growing and highly trusted supplier into the National Security domain, delivering mission-critical solutions that help keep the nation safe, secure and prosperous. Long-term work has been secured across the full spectrum on the latest framework with the client, providing a springboard for continued growth in this domain. Working across leading-edge technology areas including AI/DS, Cyber, Cloud, DevOps/SRE and Platform Engineering.

Key Responsibilities

  • FPGA Design & Development: design, simulation, synthesis and implementation of digital logic circuits
  • DSP Algorithm Implementation: develop, simulate and optimise real-time DSP algorithms (e.g. FIR/IIR filters, FFTs, I/Q demodulation, mixers)
  • Hardware Interfacing: create and manage high-speed digital interfaces (ADC, DAC, PCIe)
  • System Integration: collaborate with embedded software, PCB design and systems engineering teams to integrate firmware into the final product
  • Debugging & Lab Testing: use oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers and signal generators to validate designs in the lab

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience in FPGA design (VHDL/Verilog) and DSP algorithm implementation
  • Strong command of VHDL/Verilog and MATLAB/Simulink
  • Embedded C/C++ or Python for testing, automation and processor-based interaction
  • Understanding of digital communication theory and RF principles

Locations

  • Cheltenham orRomsey

Security Clearance

  • eDV clearance is required for this role; candidates must be eligible and willing to undergoeDV clearance

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Posted: September 13th, 2026