FPGA / Firmware Engineer

Sener Aerospace and Defence is currently looking for an FPGA/Firmware Engineer to join our Avionics and Flight System Division at our Tres Cantos work center (Madrid).

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We are looking for candidates with relevant expertise in FPGA design, embedded systems and hardware-software integration, preferably with some background in regulated and mission‑critical environments.

Key Responsibilities

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• Design, implement, debug and verify FPGA‑based systems using VHDL.
  
• Develop and maintain firmware for Xilinx Ultrascale, RFSoC, and Microsemi platforms.
  
• Understand HW/SW platform and be able to define SW/HW, SW/FW interfaces.
  
• Perform simulation, synthesis, place & route, and timing analysis using tools such as Vivado and Libero.
  
• Support system integration and validation in laboratory environments.
  
• Document designs and contribute to technical reviews and compliance processes.
  

Required Qualifications and Competences

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• Hands‑on experience with Xilinx FPGAs, including Ultrascale and MPSoCs families.
  
• Familiarity with Microsemi (Microchip) FPGA devices and toolchains.
  
• Proficiency in VHDL, C, and Python for embedded development and test automation.
  
• Experience working in Linux‑based development environments.
  
• Solid understanding of Git for version control and collaborative development.
  
• Background in defense and space markets, with awareness of standards such as DO‑254, ECSS, or MILSTD.
  
• Knowledge of hardware development, including schematic and PCB design using Altium Designer.
  
• Ability to gather and analyze user requirements, providing guidance for solutions across FPGA, SW, and HW.
  
• Ability to communicate technical approaches and details within small project teams, including team interactions and presentations.
  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to clearly articulate customer technical needs into technical specifications.
  
• High level of English proficiency.
  

Preferred Skills

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• Familiarity with embedded processors (ARM, MicroBlaze) and bare‑metal or RTOS environments.
  
• Knowledge in C++, C#, Python, Go, and/or distributed OS.
  
• Experience in the implementation of data/signal processing solutions.
  
• Experience in space, automotive or defence industry environments.
  
• Experience in Simulink and MATLAB.
  
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  

Benefits

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• Work on high‑impact projects in aerospace and defense.
  
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of experts.
  
• Access to cutting‑edge tools and technologies.
  
• Competitive salary and benefits.
  
• Flexible hours, teleworking policy, coworking spaces, parking space. xghoner
  
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.
  

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