Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Electronics Engineer to work within a team of skilled design engineers, to supply high quality products and systems to the Defence Industry. The successful candidate will be experienced in translating system requirements to innovative electronic design solutions, leading to successful customer acceptance within project timescales and budget.
What you’ll do:
Responsible for the architectural and detailed design of electronics solutions to meet requirements.
Undertake design authority or independent reviewer role in support of projects, bids and product development activities.
Consider design for manufacture and test, to ensure smooth transition to production.
Systems integration of solutions, including fault finding.
Participate in project reviews and support presentations at relevant Design Review Meetings
Work with external test houses to demonstrate equipment complies with MoD and European standards, including CE/UKCA marking.
Comply with all health and safety requirements and safe practices and procedures operated by the company.
Prepare high-quality documentation and drawings associated with the development lifecycle(e.g. Bill of Materials, schematics and Change Notes), and configuration in accordance with company procedures.
Assist and liaise with project teams on electronic aspects of products and systems
What you’ll need:
Broad electronics design experience in both analogue and digital design techniques: Low noise power supply and distribution circuitry, Analogue signal conditioning, Data acquisition topologies, Digital interfacing and control within an FGPA environment, Design for EMC Compliance.
Experience in all aspects of electronics product design including: Generating design specifications, Producing circuit designs in preparation for external artwork and subcontract manufacture, Design validation and verification at the circuit, sub-system and system level, Design update through change control, Compliance and Qualification e.g. UKCA/EC, EMC,
Environmental, RoHS, Safety etc, Formal acceptance.
Working knowledge of ECAD tools for circuit and PCB design (Cadence OrCAD desirable)
Problem solving and fault finding down to component level.
Able to work with internal and external stakeholders to develop solutions.
Broad experience in the use of test equipment for evaluation and design validation: Digital Storage Oscilloscopes,
Spectrum Analysers, Function Generators, PAT Testers, Digital Multimeters, Power Supplies. (Desirable)
Ability to Multi-task and prioritise workload with a hands-on approach.(Desirable)
Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance is essential.
Full UK driving licence is desirable.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office products is desirable.
Strong communication skills both written and oral are desirable.
Whats in it for you:
Full engineering lifecycle with optional career path: Choose the direction of your career
Paid overtime or time off in lieu: Gain up to 24 additional paid days off per year or boost your salary with an authorised single-time overtime
Flexible working: We operate around the core working hours of 09:30 – 12:00 & 14:00 – 16:00
Role-specific allowances: Subject to individual projects and roles.
Holiday entitlement: 24 days per annum, plus public holidays.
These are pro rata for part-time roles.
A Christmas closedown occurs for most roles from 24th December – 2nd January, utilising your holiday entitlement.
Pension scheme: 14% total pension made up of 7% contribution from the Employer, matched with 7% from the employee
Private medical care: Access a network of 50+ private clinics and hospitals nationwide
Training and upskilling: We are committed to your continuous personal and professional development meaning that you have the opportunity to gain additional skills and qualifications
Monthly Payment Schemes: Save money on a new bicycle and cycling accessories and get fit too!
Company tech: Salary loans to purchase laptops, mobiles, and home office equipment
Relocation package: Available to selected candidates needing to relocate within easy travel distance of one of our offices - In line with HMRC guidelines - spend less time travelling and more time living.