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As a Graduate Firmware Engineer, you'll join a team delivering world-leading Electronic Warfare capabilities that protect fast jets, UAVs, naval vessels and land platforms operating in some of the world's most demanding environments.\nOur structured 18-month Graduate Programme is designed to accelerate your development from graduate to professional engineer. From day one, you'll contribute to real projects, work alongside industry experts, and gain hands-on experience across the full firmware development lifecycle.\nThis opportunity is based in Luton, with flexible and hybrid working arrangements available. Occasional travel within the UK and overseas may be required to support technical reviews, trials and customer engagements.\nWhat You'll Do\nAs part of our Firmware Engineering team, you'll support the development of high-performance digital systems used within advanced Electronic Warfare solutions.\nYour activities will include:\nDesigning and developing FPGA firmware solutions for complex embedded and real-time systems\nCreating and verifying designs using hardware description languages and industry-standard development tools\nSupporting the development of digital processing technologies used in Electronic Warfare and sensing applications\nConducting simulation, testing and validation activities to ensure firmware meets functional, timing and performance requirements\nAnalysing technical data and presenting findings to engineering teams and stakeholders\nCollaborating with multidisciplinary teams across systems, hardware, software and verification engineering to integrate firmware solutions into larger products\nContributing to technical documentation, design reviews and customer deliverables\nDeveloping an understanding of the complete engineering lifecycle, from concept through to manufacture and in-service support\n What We're Looking For\nWe're looking for curious, motivated graduates with a passion for engineering, problem solving and technology.\nYou should have, or be on track to achieve:\nA minimum 2:2 Bachelor's degree, Integrated Master's degree, MSc or PhD in a relevant STEM discipline, such as:Electronic Engineering\nElectrical Engineering\nComputer Engineering\nRobotics Engineering\nAI & Cybernetics\nCommunications Engineering\nInformation Engineering\nSpace Engineering\nPhysics or Applied Physics\nMathematics or Applied Mathematics\nComputer Science\nCyber Security\nComputer Communication and Networks\nRelated disciplines\n\nWe'd also like to see:\nAn interest in firmware development, FPGA design, embedded systems or digital signal processing\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills\nThe ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively\nA collaborative approach and willingness to learn from experienced engineers\nExperience of programming, simulation, digital design or laboratory-based testing gained through university projects, placements or personal interests (desirable, not essential)\nFamiliarity with hardware description languages such as VHDL, Verilog or SystemVerilog, or FPGA development tools, is beneficial but not essential\nOur Graduate Programme\nOur Graduate Programme has been designed to help you build the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to become a future engineering leader.\nYou'll benefit from:\nStructured professional development and technical training\nSupport from experienced engineers, mentors and the wider graduate community\nOpportunities to work on meaningful projects with real customer impact\nDevelopment towards professional registration, where applicable\nExposure to a wide range of technologies, products and engineering disciplines\nNetworking opportunities across Leonardo's UK business\n Security Clearance\nMany of our roles are subject to security and export control restrictions set by UK Government Security requirements and customer obligations. As a result, and in line with the UK Government Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) requirements, all successful applicants will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record declaration information and employment and/or education history verification for the previous five years.\nFor staff operating in more sensitive posts, there is an additional range of personnel security controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV). As part of this process, a range of factors may be considered, including an individual's background, travel history, nationality, previous nationalities held and other information relevant to the vetting assessment.\nTo be eligible for National Security Vetting at SC level, applicants will generally be expected to have continuously resided in the UK for the previous five years. For DV clearance, this is typically ten years. In some circumstances, time spent overseas may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Additional vetting requirements may apply upon appointment.\nFor more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting\nhttps://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting\nWhy join us\nAt Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do, key contributors in shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.\nWe offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.\n· Time to recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.\n· Secure your future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.\n· Your wellbeing matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity\n· Rewarding performance: All employees are eligible for our bonus scheme.\n· Join in our success: Our annual Employee Stock Ownership Plan provides you the opportunity to own shares in Leonardo.\n· Tailored perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.\nFor a full list of our company benefits please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/company-benefits\nWe are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. 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