Principal Hardware Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in UK Aerospace Defence Technologies is seeking a Contract Hardware Engineer based in Luton for a 12-month contract. The role involves designing and developing hardware and firmware subsystems, focusing on advanced engineering solutions. Ideal candidates will have experience in mixed signal design and PCB engineering, along with relevant educational qualifications. This is a full-time position inside IR35, offering a chance to work on cutting-edge projects in the Defence & Security sector.

Qualifications

• Experience with mixed signal ADC/DAC, FPGA, and SoC-based design.
• Proficient in AC/DC power conversion.
• Skilled in PCB design and component engineering.

Responsibilities

• Defining Digital Signal Processing specifications.
• Designing and developing DSP systems.
• Collaborating with experts for hardware delivery.

Skills

Hardware Engineer

Digital

Analogue

Education

HNC/HND or Undergraduate Degree in Electronic Engineering

Tools

Matlab

Simulink

Mentor design tools

Job description

Our client, a leader in UK Aerospace Defence Technologies, is recruiting for a Contract Hardware Engineer. The role is based full-time in Luton, Inside IR35, for an initial 12-month contract.

Key skills required for this role

Hardware Engineer, Digital, Analogue

Important

Hardware Engineer, Digital, Analogue

Our client, operating within the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Principal Hardware Engineer on a contract basis to join their team. This role focuses on the design and development of hardware and firmware subsystems, providing advanced engineering solutions for future customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Defining Digital Signal Processing specifications
2. Designing and developing DSP systems
3. Defining ADC/DAC specifications
4. Designing and developing ADC/DAC systems
5. Integrating ADC/DAC into digital processing systems
6. Collaborating with experts and utilizing world-class facilities for hardware delivery
7. Technical problem-solving alongside hardware design and product development

Job Requirements:

1. Experience with mixed signal ADC/DAC, FPGA, and SoC-based design for high-performance signal processing, communications, and control
2. Proficient in AC/DC power conversion
3. Skilled in requirements definition, analysis, and architecture development
4. Experienced in PCB design and component engineering
5. Ability to conduct design verification & qualification testing, debugging, and production support
6. Knowledge of VPX system design and fast interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet, and JESD204
7. Proficiency in model-driven engineering using Matlab and Simulink tools
8. Familiarity with Mentor design tools and a structured approach to electronic design
9. Understanding of electronics test methods and equipment
10. HNC/HND or Undergraduate Degree in Electronic Engineering, Physics, or Applied Physics, or extensive relevant skills and experience
11. Capability to achieve full SC security clearance, with 5 years UK residency

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