Deputy Head of Electronics - Do-254 Lead, High Reliability

Saab UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and technology company is seeking a Deputy Head of Electronics in Greater London to lead the electronics design and prototyping department. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in electronics hardware design, a proven ability to manage teams, and expertise in detailed design processes including DO-254 compliance. This role offers an opportunity to mentor engineers while ensuring high-quality design execution in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 10-12 years experience in electronics hardware design across digital and mixed signal systems.
• Experience applying and designing to DO-254.
• Strong project and programme management experience.

Responsibilities

• Guide, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of electronic engineers.
• Own and drive the electronic hardware designs for specific projects.
• Work cross-functionally with Systems Engineering, Software, and Programme Management teams.

Skills

Project and programme management

Electronics hardware design

Attention to detail

Time management

Team leadership

Tools

VHDL

Verilog

Embedded C

Python

Job description

A leading defense and technology company is seeking a Deputy Head of Electronics in Greater London to lead the electronics design and prototyping department. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in electronics hardware design, a proven ability to manage teams, and expertise in detailed design processes including DO-254 compliance. This role offers an opportunity to mentor engineers while ensuring high-quality design execution in a fast-paced environment.