ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Engineer Firmware for Halcon to provide technical leadership in the design, development, integration, and certification of advanced firmware solutions for mission-critical defence systems. The role will drive engineering excellence, guide development teams, establish best practices, and support long-term technology strategy and capability growth.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the architecture, design, development, integration, and verification of FPGA and microcontroller-based firmware systems.
- Establish and enforce firmware engineering standards, certification practices, and development methodologies in accordance with industry and defence requirements.
- Chair technical design reviews and oversee the development of Firmware Requirements Specifications and Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
- Mentor and develop engineering teams while contributing to technology roadmaps, tool strategies, and future firmware capabilities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 15 years of experience in FPGA and/or microcontroller firmware development.
- Proven expertise in firmware architecture, coding, verification, testing, hardware integration, and systems engineering processes.
- Minimum 3 years of experience supporting software/firmware certification, classification, compliance, or assurance activities within regulated industries.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's, Honours, or Master's degree in Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
WHY CHOOSE THE COMPANY
Launched in November 2019, the company is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, dedicated to developing agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond. The company aims to bring breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency. The organization is committed to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive.
At the company, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, the company is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.
Working at the company also offers a competitive and tax-free salary package. Depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include:
- Family visas
- Annual flight tickets
- Medical insurance for you and your dependents
- Education allowances for your children
CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
If you feel your skills, experience, and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to the company.
Any information you share as part of your candidate profile or job application will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.
The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
As a global organization, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.
Please note that the company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes in the absence of a formally executed agreement in place will be deemed the property of the company, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.
