Senior Electronics Engineer

Hybrid in Worcestershire·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 7 Nov)

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Our summary

Salary: £75,000 a year
About £4,500 a month after tax.
Work mode: Hybrid, Worcestershire
Contract: Full-time
Experience: Senior level

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Engineering or technical degree, with experience in a senior electronics engineering or technical leadership position
Strong experience in electronics design and full lifecycle development for high-integrity or safety-critical hardware
Understanding of electronics verification, certification and the production of project artefacts from requirements through to hardware acceptance
Experience managing technical activities from initial sales engagement through to project delivery and certification
Proficiency with electronics development tools such as Altium and safety-critical development tools including DOORS and Rhapsody
Knowledge of DO-254 or comparable standards used in aerospace, defence, medical, rail or other regulated industries
Pragmatic problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve complex technical issues and drive actions through to completion
Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build client confidence
Current SC clearance, or the ability to obtain SC clearance

Nice to have

Experience establishing or developing an electronics engineering capability, including tools, processes and recruitment, would be advantageous

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Pension contributions
Private medical insurance
Life insurance
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunities for professional development, technical leadership and career progression
Hybrid working arrangements, subject to project requirements

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Electronics Engineer to shape a growing electronics function, lead high-integrity engineering projects and contribute to the development of innovative solutions across the defence and security sector. Apply now to take on a key technical leadership role with our client.

The role

Our client, a growing engineering services organisation within the defence and security sector, is seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer to establish and lead an electronics capability for high-integrity and safety-critical applications. This permanent role is based in Worcester on a hybrid basis, with a minimum of three days per week in the office, subject to project requirements.

What you'll do

Leading electronics architecture, design, analysis, verification and delivery across multiple projects
Acting as the technical authority for electronics projects, supporting task definition, estimates, compliance and resource allocation
Developing practical processes and procedures for high-integrity electronics design and certification
Ensuring compliance with applicable standards, including DO-254 and equivalent requirements across other regulated industries
Managing technical risks, project quality, schedules and delivery outcomes, escalating issues and mitigation actions where required
Defining the facilities, tools, processes, skills and supply-chain partnerships required to grow the electronics capability
Supporting the recruitment, development and mentoring of an electronics engineering team as the workload expands
Working with sales teams on technical bids, client presentations, estimates and the development of new electronics services