FPGA engineer H/M

Job description

Job Opportunity: FPGA Engineer at Safran in Granada, Spain

Our Technology:
Safran is a global leader in Resilient Positioning, Navigation and Timing (R-PNT) solutions, offering robust, high-performance products for critical applications in GPS/GNSS-denied environments. We specialize in fail-safe GNSS/PNT solutions for military/commercial use, ultra-precise synchronization (sub-ns), and frequency distribution via White Rabbit PTP. Our expertise extends to Time Sensitive Networking (TSN), collaborating with ESA on aerospace projects to ensure deterministic, zero-loss communications. At our core, we guarantee high accuracy and robust timing in all our solutions.

The Position: Assistant R&D Engineer
-Join our Technology Exploration Unit in Granada, Spain, as an integral part of our -R&D team. Focus on telecommunications and deterministic networking.

Responsibilities:
-Develop innovative projects, planning features, and ensuring adherence to specifications.
-Identify and implement improvements in product performance, efficiency, and design.
-Utilize problem-solving skills to maintain high quality under constraints.
-Engage with cutting-edge Resilient PNT and deterministic technologies.
-Communicate effectively with project partners and managers.
-Manage project budgets, personnel efforts, and comprehensive work plans.
-Produce deliverables, participate in communication activities, workshops, and events.
-Develop key firmware and FPGA elements for TSN networking, including design validation, test benches, simulations, and evaluation strategies.

Your Qualifications:
-Master's in Telecommunications, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related.
-Excellent English proficiency (advanced Cambridge certificate or similar).
-Knowledge in software engineering, embedded Linux, and Linux kernel drivers.
-Passionate and motivated for industrial R&D projects.
-Teamwork, organization, autonomous work, and project management skills.
-Experience with Xilinx FPGA tools (Vivado, Vitis, HLS), embedded software development, FPGA logic design (VHDL/Verilog).
-Familiarity with Ethernet networking, data interfaces, and Xilinx architecture/platforms.
-Knowledge of timing, synchronization, frequency dissemination, and embedded Linux tools.

Our Offer:
-Join a leading, expanding company.
-Health insurance and flexible work schedule.
-Dynamic international environment in Granada, Spain.

Opportunities for professional growth and development.
-A Professional Career Plan tailored to your ambitions.
-This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of technology in a dynamic, international environment. Safran's commitment to innovation and excellence makes it an ideal place for individuals passionate about telecommunications, networking, and FPGA development. If you're looking for a challenging role that combines cutting-edge technology with personal and professional growth, consider joining our team in Granada, Spain.

Desired profile

FPGA engineer

About Safran Europe

Safran es un grupo internacional de alta tecnología que opera en los sectores de la aeronáutica (propulsión, equipos e interiores), el espacio y la defensa. Su misión: contribuir de forma duradera a un mundo más seguro, en el que el transporte aéreo sea cada vez más respetuoso del medio ambiente, cómodo y accesible. Presente en todos los continentes, el Grupo emplea a 83 000 personas, con un volumen de negocios de 19 000 millones de euros en 2022. Ya sea por su cuenta como en colaboración con otras empresas, ocupa posiciones de liderazgo en sus mercados a nivel europeo y mundial. Safran está comprometido con los programas de investigación y desarrollo que preservan las prioridades ambientales de su hoja de ruta de innovación tecnológica.

Safran se encuentra entre los 30 mejores empleadores del mundo del año 2022 según la revista Forbes.


Safran Electronics & Defense es una empresa de 10.000 empleados que se basa en el dominio de tecnologías clave al servicio de la soberanía. Combinando inteligencia humana y artificial, desarrolla productos y servicios que permiten observar, decidir y orientar para los mercados de la aeronáutica, la defensa y el espacio. La empresa también pone su experiencia en electrónica al servicio de las demás empresas de Safran.