Advanced Electrical Engineer

Line Up Aviation; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialized aviation engineering firm in Yeovil is seeking an Advanced Electrical Engineer with strong skills in analogue and digital electronics design. The successful candidate will support the design and development of high-integrity controllers used in aerospace applications. This hybrid role requires a degree and a minimum of 3 years of experience in a regulated industry. Applicants must hold a UK or NATO passport due to the nature of the work, with a competitive rate of £72 per hour offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' electronics design experience within aerospace or a highly regulated industry.
• Strong capability in analogue and digital electronics design.
• Proficiency with ECAD tools and low-frequency analogue design.

Responsibilities

• Support full electronics design lifecycle from concept through production.
• Define and document electronics requirements and design plans.
• Design analogue and digital circuits, including PCB layout.

Skills

Analogue electronics design

Digital electronics design

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Electronics Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Mentor Graphics

Job description

Role and Location

Advanced Electrical Engineer (Electronics)
Location: Yeovil, Somerset

Employment Details

Type: Hybrid Contract (Some project phases will require increased on-site presence)
Rate: £72 per hour PAYE only (higher rates considered for exceptional candidates)
Hours: 37 hours per week (flexible start/finish)

Passport Requirement

We can only accept UK or NATO passport holders due to the nature of the work.
Please DO NOT apply if you do not hold a UK or NATO passport.

About the Opportunity

An opportunity is available for an experienced Advanced Electrical / Electronics Engineer to support the design and development of high‑integrity electronic controllers used within Environmental Control Systems (ECS) and Life Support Systems for aerospace applications. You will join a multidisciplinary electronics team working on safety‑critical hardware integrated with specialised software, delivering solutions across commercial, defence, and space aircraft platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the full electronics design lifecycle, from concept and requirements capture through detailed design, verification, production, and in‑service support.
• Define and document electronics requirements, design plans, and technical specifications.
• Design analogue and digital circuits, progressing concepts through schematic design, PCB layout, and full manufacturing drawing packs.
• Produce all required design, verification, and test documentation to support certification and manufacture.
• Participate in design reviews, clearly presenting technical content to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with relevant quality processes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with manufacturing teams and external suppliers to support PCB build, assembly, test, and system integration.
• Provide technical support for manufacturing issues and in‑service investigations.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in Electronics Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' electronics design experience within aerospace or another highly regulated industry (e.g. nuclear, rail).
• Strong analogue and digital electronics design capability.
• Experience with low‑power digital circuit design.
• Solid understanding of low‑frequency analogue interface design.
• Proficiency with industry‑standard ECAD tools (Mentor Graphics preferred).
• Knowledge of DFM (Design for Manufacture) and DFT (Design for Test) principles.
• Familiarity with EMC design and qualification requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and documentation quality.
• PCB layout experience is desirable.

Additional Requirements

Vetting will include a right to work check, drug screen, 5 years' referencing and a DBS check.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this position, and you meet the above requirements, please apply immediately.

Candidate Notification

Due to the number of applications we receive, it’s not always possible to contact unsuccessful applicants. Unless you hear from us within 14 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.