MANNARINO Systems & Software Inc. is a leader in providing safety-critical systems, software, hardware and certification engineering services to the aerospace, defense, space, simulation & power generation industries.

Our customer base is very large, covering traditional aerospace companies as well as new and exciting markets, including electric propulsion, Urban Air Mobility, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle and autonomous flight.

The MANNARINO culture is focused on high quality, hard work, professionalism and teamwork within a highly respectful, motivating atmosphere geared towards long-term business growth.

As a member of our team, you will benefit from:

• a comprehensive group insurance and RRSP plan

• a flextime policy with paid overtime

• discretionary bonuses

• a fitness reimbursement program

• other office perks such as catered weekly lunches and free hot beverages (espresso, coffee, hot chocolate and tea)

• regular company outings

Career Opportunity and Primary Roles / Responsibilities

The FPGA Development Architect is responsible for leading FPGA development activities within the Hardware Engineering team, ensuring technical excellence, compliance with aerospace standards, and successful delivery of projects within cost and schedule objectives. The role also contributes to the overall FPGA design and verification strategy while providing technical leadership and mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Define FPGA architectures in collaboration with system, hardware, and software teams.

• Lead FPGA development, integration, verification, and validation activities.

• Prepare and review technical documentation and compliance evidence in accordance with DO-254.

• Ensure full requirements traceability from design through verification.

• Review and approve complex FPGA designs and implementations.

• Act as the technical interface between systems, software, hardware, and manufacturing teams.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of FPGA development practices.

• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.

Required Competencies

• Engineering degree (Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, or related field); Master's or PhD considered an asset.

• 10 to 15 years of FPGA development experience, preferably in the aerospace industry.

• Strong expertise in VHDL, Verilog, FPGA/ASIC development and verification.

• Experience with FPGA platforms such as Xilinx, Intel/Altera, and Microchip (Microsemi).

• Knowledge of FPGA architectures, high-speed interfaces, memories, and embedded processing.

• Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering environments.

• Knowledge of DO-254 and DO-160 standards.

• Experience with avionics products (mission computers, displays, embedded aerospace systems).

• Programming experience with Python, C, and C++.

Miscellaneous Requirements

• The work model is hybrid (at least 3 days at the office). 

• Professional proficiency in spoken and written French is mandatory.

Knowledge of English is required to communicate and work with customers outside the province of Quebec. / La connaissance de l'anglais est requise pour communiquer et travailler avec nos clients situés à l'extérieur de la province de Québec.

At MANNARINO, we believe that passion and a desire to learn is crucial. Diversity of thought and experiences leads to innovative solutions and creativity. This is why we would like to encourage all those interested to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be held in strict confidence. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.