FPGA Engineer

As an FPGA Engineer at Open Cosmos, you design, implement, and verify FPGA logic for satellite subsystems and onboard computing. You join the Flight Software Team within the CTO division, working across the full mission lifecycle to build the hardware and software that power our growing satellite fleet.

What you'll do

• Design, implement, and verify FPGA logic for satellite subsystems and onboard computing
• Develop HDL code in VHDL or Verilog to interface with onboard software modules written in Rust
• Simulate, synthesise, and validate FPGA designs using industry-standard tools
• Work with electronics and software engineers to integrate FPGA modules into system architectures
• Develop test benches and verification frameworks to ensure timing, functionality, and reliability
• Participate in full hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and environmental testing
• Maintain documentation, configuration control, and process traceability throughout the design lifecycle
• Continuously optimise performance, power, and resource utilisation within constraints

What you bring

• Strong proficiency in VHDL or Verilog and simulation tools such as ModelSim and Vivado
• Familiarity with Rust, C, or Python for software integration
• Understanding of Agile or V-model lifecycles and FPGA verification processes
• Awareness of ECSS design standards and cleanroom/ESD protocols
• A structured, detail-oriented mindset with a passion for innovation

About Open Cosmos

Open Cosmos is a mission-driven space technology company providing businesses, governments, and researchers with access to satellite data and solutions. The CTO division designs, builds, and operates the satellites, systems, and platforms that deliver impact from space, working collaboratively across engineering, product development, and technical innovation.