FPGA Engineer

Job Description

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 possible!

D-Orbit is seeking a FPGA Engineer to join our Electrical and Electronic Engineering team. As 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 & Tasks

• Design, 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.

Requirements

• Proficiency 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.
• Deep knowledge of AI tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity 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 Process: Application review, first chat with people team, technical interviews, and offer. Some updates may be slower.

Important: This is NOT a full remote job for Extra-UE applicants; visa to work in Italy is required. Only candidates with legal right to work in Italy will be considered for this role.

Company Values

At D-Orbit, diversity and inclusivity are integral to our mission. We strive to create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, feel safe, and have equal opportunities to grow.