FPGA Engineer

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? At D-Orbit, we're pioneering the future of space logistics and transportation. Established in 2011, our company has been at the forefront of helping businesses unlock the full potential of the final frontier profitably and sustainably.As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside a diverse group of highly skilled individuals, all driven by a shared passion for innovation and excellence. So, if you are passionate about space and ready to take your ambition to new heights, join us in our global mission to push the boundaries of what's possibleFPGA Engineer – Electrical and Electronic Engineering TeamAs FPGA Engineer you are responsible for the full development, including requirement analysis, architectural and detailed design, of the FPGA subsystem as part of the digital electronics.Key Responsibilities & TasksDesign, implement, and verify FPGA architectures for space systems (payload control, data acquisition, communication, and interface modules).Define FPGA requirements and specifications based on system-level and mission-level constraints.Lead FPGA verification and validation activities, including testbench development, simulation campaigns, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.Participate in design reviews, documentation, and configuration management throughout the FPGA development lifecycle.RequirementsProficiency in VHDL for RTL design.Experience with Microchip Libero SoC Design Suite.Experience with hardware verification, simulation tools (ModelSim), and scripting (Python, TCL).Experience with high-speed interfaces (SpaceWire, SPI, UART, AXI, DDR, LVDS).Master Degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or similar.At least 5 years relevant experience in FPGA, embedded processing and digital electronics, development in an industrial environment, preferably in defence or aerospace business.Preferred QualificationsFamiliarity with ECSS standard for FPGA developments.Knowledge of radiation effects and mitigation techniques (SEU, SEL, TMR, EDAC).Modeling of processing blocks in Matlab/Simulink for verification and validation activities.Experience with hardware testing, logic analysers, and signal integrity analysis.Hiring ProcessApplication review: We go through all applications, but we'll only reach out to candidates who closely match what we're looking for. If you don't hear from us, it means we're not moving forward with your application at this time, but we may consider your profile for more aligned openings in the future.First chat: Selected candidates will have an initial meeting with the people team so we can get to know each other and talk through mutual expectations, motivation for change and goals.Technical interviews: Next, you'll have one or two technical interviews, focused on your skills and how you approach challenges relevant to the role.Offer: If all goes well, we'll send you an offer Sometimes this stage can take a bit of time, as we like to carefully consider each candidate and make sure the fit with the team is just right.We do our best to get back to everyone we interview, but sometimes things take longer than we'd like and updates might be a bit slow. If you've got any questions, just reach out to usWe're excited to get to know you and see if you might be the next person to help us shape the future of spaceImportant Note for Extra-UE ApplicantsThis is NOT a full remote job, so you need VISA to work in Italy.At this time, we can only consider applicants who already have the legal right to work in the country where the role is advertised.Some activities must be carried out in our facilities, many others are location-independent, and they can be performed effectively even remotely. This is why we don't measure the performance of people by how many hours they spend at the office: we only measure the outcome.At D-Orbit, diversity and inclusivity are not just values, they are integral to our mission and the way we operate. We are committed to fostering an environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and celebrated for their unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not only the right thing to do, but it also leads to better decision making, innovation, and overall success. We actively strive to build a culture where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, and where all voices are heard and valued. We are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, supported, and empowered to share their ideas, and where everyone is given equal opportunities to grow and excel. We believe that our differences make us stronger, and we will continue to work diligently to create an inclusive culture at D-Orbit that reflects this belief.Settore: Industria aerospazialeRuolo: Ingegneria/ProgettazioneTipo di occupazione: Contratto a tempo indeterminatoInquadramento: Impiegato#J-18808-Ljbffr