High-Impact Defence & Aerospace Projects Lead From the Front Secure Your Legacy
Looking for more than just another firmware role?
This is a career-defining opportunity to own the firmware design architecture of mission-critical defence and aerospace systems -delivering real-world impact in a secure, innovation-led environment.
Were working with a leading technology powerhouse seeking a Firmware Architect to join their team onsite in Belfast. Whether youre already local or elsewhere in the UK, a relocation package is available for the right candidate.
What makes this different?
This isn’t about churning out VHDL code. You’ll be the technical authority, trusted to architect complex FPGA-based systems and guide the direction of development from concept to deployment. You’ll work alongside a talented internal firmware team who’ll rely on your architectural vision and leadership.
This is a high-trust, high-impact role -ideal for someone who wants ownership, influence, and progression into technical leadership or principal engineering roles.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the architecture and high-level design of advanced FPGA systems
Translate top-level requirements into scalable, modular firmware architectures
Work onsite in Belfast to interface directly with systems engineers, hardware leads, and customers
Guide and support a team of firmware developers across implementation and verification
Own design decisions, risk assessments, and review processes
Shape firmware strategy and promote reusability, efficiency, and quality
Collaborate across disciplines to ensure cohesive system delivery
What’s on offer?
Full relocation support across the UK for the right candidate
Work onsite in Belfast’s growing tech hub, with secure long-term projects
A company culture that truly supports engineering excellence and autonomy
Defined pathways to Engineering Management, Principal Engineer, or Specialist status
Access to world-class training, eLearning platforms, and chartership sponsorship
Work on meaningful, long-lifecycle defence and aerospace systems
Cutting-edge tools including Mentor Graphics, Questasim, DOORS, AXI4, PCIe, and more
Flexible working support where possible
Be part of a team that genuinely values inclusivity, innovation, and forward-thinking leadership
What You’ll Bring
5+ years in firmware/FPGA design, with experience in architecture or technical leadership
Deep knowledge of VHDL/SystemVerilog, high-speed digital design, and simulation
Comfortable capturing and refining requirements from stakeholders
Experience in defence, aerospace, or safety-critical embedded systems preferred
Eligibility for UK Security Clearance is essential
Ready to architect systems that matter?
This is more than a job ...it’s your chance to shape the future of secure embedded systems while advancing your career in an organisation that backs your expertise and ambition.
Back to searchFirmware Architect
Morson Talent
Posted a day ago, valid for 3 days
Belfast, County Down BT4 1LZ
£80,000 - £90,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The position is for a Firmware Architect to lead the design architecture of mission-critical defence and aerospace systems in Belfast.
- Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in firmware/FPGA design, with a focus on architecture or technical leadership.
- The role offers a competitive salary and full relocation support for the right candidate from anywhere in the UK.
- Key responsibilities include guiding firmware developers, shaping firmware strategy, and collaborating across disciplines for cohesive system delivery.
- This opportunity allows for significant influence and progression into technical leadership roles within a supportive and innovative company culture.
