Firmware Engineering Manager

Firmware Manager - Solihull / Birmingham - Perm - Hybrid

My Client is a global leader in advanced aerospace and defense solutions, seeking a Firmware Engineering Manager with extensive experience in Motor Controllers and Motor Testing

• Lead a dynamic and ambitious Firmware team, driving innovation and excellence.
  
  
• Establish a strong foundation in FPGA design within the team.
  
  
• Oversee and manage complex work packages from concept to final product delivery.
  
  
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to design and develop high-performance, world-class motor drive systems.
  
  

• Develop niche skills that set you apart in the industry.
  
  
• Advance towards becoming a subject matter expert and leader in product security.
  
  
• Gain exposure to a wide range of business areas and products in an evolving field.
  
  
• Grow your career as part of a rapidly expanding company.
  
  

• A degree (or equivalent) in Electronics Engineering.
  
  
• Experience with FPGA tools & technologies (e.g., Microchip, Xilinx, SoC, ModelSim, MATLAB, Simulink).
  
  
• Demonstrated expertise in FPGA design and verification (VHDL), including:
  
  
• Requirements capture
  
  
• Simulation and code coverage
  
  
• Synthesis, place & route
  
  
• Timing analysis & closure
  
  
• Configuration management experience for complex FPGA designs.
  
  
• Strong collaboration skills across engineering disciplines.
  
  
• Proven ability to lead and deliver multiple concurrent, complex work packages.
  
  
• Hands-on leadership in FPGA design, prototyping, verification, and DO-254 compliance.
  
  
• Ability to develop and mentor a high-performing engineering team, fostering innovation and technical excellence.
  
  

• 5+ years of FPGA/ASIC experience in a leadership role (Manager, Team Lead, or Principal Firmware Engineer).
  
  
• Understanding of Agile methodologies (SCRUM, Kanban).
  
  
• Knowledge of Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) and SysML.
  
  
• Experience with communication protocols, DSP, or VLSI math functions.
  
  
• Expertise in SoC design targeting FPGA or ASIC.
  
  
• Background in applying control laws to FPGA applications.
  
  
• Understanding of motor control systems and sensing components (LVDT, Resolvers).
  
  
• Experience in aerospace or military-grade designs compliant with RTCA/DO-254.
  
  

• Competitive salary.
  
  
• Flexible and hybrid working options with a family-friendly approach.
  
  
• State-of-the-art facilities and laboratories in a central, accessible location.
  
  
• Life insurance and private health insurance.
  
  
• Excellent corporate pension plan (2:1 matched contribution up to 10%).
  
  
• 25 days annual leave, plus the option to buy/sell up to 5 days.
  
  
• Career development opportunities.
  
  
• Half-day Fridays.

Additional Information:

• Location - Solihull
• Hybrid working pattern - 3 days on-site minimum.
• Permanent position
• Salary between 70-80K
• Support with relocation is offered - if that applies to you.
• ASAP start date
• 2 stage interview

If you are interested in this position, please apply directly. Alternatively, please send your CV to (url removed)

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