Deputy Design Authority (Hardware)

JR United Kingdom; Newport-on-Tay; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Deputy Design Authority to support the Systems Design Authority in the defence sector. This role focuses on applying your expertise in Systems Engineering and Digital Electronics to enhance radar systems vital for national security. You will lead testing and integration efforts, ensuring safety and governance while collaborating with diverse engineering teams. With a competitive salary and flexible work options, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking environment.

Benefits

Competitive Pension

Employee Share Plans

Flexible Health Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits

Potential Annual Incentives

Qualifications

• Strong background in hardware engineering and systems integration.
• Hands-on experience with complex Radar equipment for testing and acceptance.

Responsibilities

• Leading systems and electronics engineering testing of complex Radar equipment.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams for consistent radar system approach.

Skills

Hardware Engineering

Systems Integration

Digital Circuit Design

VHDL

Safety Governance

Systems and Software Integration

Job description

Job Title: Deputy Design Authority (Hardware)

Location: Newport-On-Tay, United Kingdom

Salary: Circa £68,000 depending on skills and experience plus bonus scheme

Join a key hardware-oriented Deputy supporting the Systems Design Authority role at the forefront of the defence industry, applying your Systems Engineering and Digital Electronics knowledge to support radar systems used for national security.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Leading systems and electronics engineering testing, integration, fault finding, and diagnostics of complex Radar equipment.
2. Supporting the Design Authority team as a deputy.
3. Demonstrating comprehensive understanding of Systems Engineering, Digital Electronic engineering, and governance.
4. Using hardware design/electronics skills to ensure assurance, governance, and safety of Radar systems and sub-systems.
5. Applying ISO 15288 Systems Engineering principles throughout the engineering lifecycle of Radar systems.
6. Collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure a consistent approach across the radar system.
7. Developing solutions for technical challenges and issues faced by Radar Systems.
8. Leading analysis activities and system design decisions with a holistic system understanding.

Your skills and experiences:

1. Strong background in hardware engineering (electronic/digital) and systems integration, including digital circuit design, VHDL, simulation, and testing.
2. Hands-on experience with complex Radar equipment for fault finding, testing, and acceptance.
3. Rigorous approach to safety concerns related to complex equipment.
4. Experience in Systems and Software Integration.

Benefits include a competitive pension, employee share plans, flexible health and lifestyle benefits, and potential annual incentives.

The Future Radar team:

Providing governance and technical evolution for a modern naval surveillance radar system on platforms like the QEC aircraft carrier. Located in Cowes with accessible commute options.

Our flexible work approach allows for adaptable hours to balance work and personal life.

Why BAE Systems?

Make a difference in an inclusive culture that values diversity, integrity, and merit. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups and provide support for candidates with disabilities or health conditions. Roles are subject to security and export restrictions, with requirements for security vetting based on nationality and residency history.

Closing Date: 23rd April 2025

Apply early as we may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.