Design Engineer FPGA Firmware About Antwerp Space Antwerp Space is a leading Belgian space engineering company and an industrial player well-recognized by the European Space Agency and the European Commission. Antwerp Space has an established presence in the European space market and in several cases is taking the lead in technically complex space projects, supported by a consortium of partners from all over Europe. The company employs highly skilled engineers and technicians from all over the world, the majority of whom hold an engineering degree, with strong expertise in the areas of digital signal processing, hardware and software design, as well as in project management and technical leadership. OHB SE Group Antwerp Space is part of the OHB SE group, one of Europe’s success stories in the field of contemporary space. Today it can call itself the third largest space group in Europe. The OHB SE group has been growing at a steady pace over the last three decades and its footprint in Europe has continuously expanded. Nowadays, there are subsidiaries in Austria, Germany, Italy, Sweden, Luxembourg, Greece, the Czech Republic and Belgium. Despite its size, OHB SE is still a family business, run by the Fuchs family. Who are we looking for? We are looking for a Design Engineer FPGA Firmware to help design advanced electronic systems in the field of digital communications, GNSS and security. Required technical competences Master in Electronics 0-5 years of experience in a similar role Knowledge of VHDL is required, knowledge of C/C++ and Python is an asset Experience with one or more vendor design toolchains (Xilinx (AMD), Microchip or other) Experience with SoC devices (Xilinx/AMD Zync, RFSoC, Versal) is an asset Knowledge of the FPGA build process and scripting possibilities Knowledge of source control (Git) Experience with automated simulation and test environments is an asset Experience with FPGA design for in-space environments (ECSS-standards) is an asset Experience in digital signal processing, GNSS or the security domain is an asset Expected soft skills You are well-organised. You keep a good overview under all circumstances, being able to distinguish important from less important matters. You are accurate and a result-driven problem-solver. You possess good communication skills You are dynamic, motivated and responsible. You are eager to learn. You can work in a team as well as autonomously Mandatory Requirements : Eligible for an EU security clearance (EU citizen, or eligible for citizenship and living in the EU for at least 10 years. Candidates currently living outside Belgium will only be considered if they are willing to relocate to Belgium before the start of their contract. Relocation is a prerequisite for employment. Fluency in spoken and written English. Knowledge of Dutch and French is an asset. Where do you fit in? You become part of a team experienced in modem/GNSS/security developments You will collaborate with the other FPGA designers, as well as with the system, hardware and software engineers in the team You take part in the end-to-end FPGA design of the products, from concept phase up to RTL design, testbench development, simulation, synthesis, timing closure You participate in hardware bring-up, debugging, and validation activities What we can offer you A multicultural environment. You’ll be working in an international environment with colleagues from all over the world. A strong corporate culture. Our company is based on strong values: respect, trust, personal development and well-being. Professional development. You’ll get the chance to learn, to share your expertise, to develop your skills and contribute to high-level, international projects in a high-tech environment. Salary package. A very attractive salary package including numerous fringe benefits. The main job location is Hoboken, Belgium, though short-term missions abroad are part of this challenging job environment. Come and explore Antwerp Space At Antwerp Space we treasure our human capital. From the moment you get on board until retirement, we will be at your side to make sure you feel at home and you get the chance to travel all the way through Antwerp Space, developing yourself and growing together. As a company with a passion for innovation we want to create a dynamic, open and enriching environment for people, where people are passionate about their work and exchange ideas & expertise. Moreover, we understand the need for a healthy working environment and we focus on the employee’s well-being, offering amongst others fruit@work, yoga, ergonomic advice, and many other initiatives. We also focus on a good work-life balance, offering flexible working. Eager to join us? Get in touch! Apply now by clicking the Apply button below and send us your motivation letter and CV. We will be get back to you soon.