Electronics Engineer

Manpower UK Ltd; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electronics Engineer in Cheltenham for a critical aerospace project. This hands-on role focuses on board-level electronics, testing, debugging, and integration of sensor hardware. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary team delivering safety-critical electronic systems. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and is a direct replacement needed immediately to ensure project delivery. Candidates with a strong background in electronics engineering and experience in regulated environments are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Strong background in electronics engineering with testing experience.
• Experience in a safety-critical environment, preferably aerospace.
• Ability to work hands-on with electronic assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and debugging of board-level electronics.
• Support commissioning of electronic modules.
• Provide integration support at unit and system levels.
• Maintain engineering documentation and liaise with suppliers.

Skills

Electronics engineering

Board testing and debugging

Hands-on fault-finding

Clear technical communication

Job description

Electronics Engineer - Aerospace

Location: Bishops Cleeve (Cheltenham)

On‑site Requirement: Predominantly onsite (project‑critical hardware activities)

Contract Duration: 6 months (with project demand through July 2026)

Rate: £70 per hour (Umbrella / Inside IR35) Full time

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Electronics Engineer to join a live Project, supporting the testing, debugging, commissioning, and integration of electronic sensor hardware.

This position is a direct replacement for an existing contractor and is required immediately to maintain delivery momentum across critical project activities. The role is strongly hands‑on, focused on board‑level electronics, system integration, and practical engineering support rather than concept‑only design work.

The successful engineer will work closely with internal engineering teams and suppliers, contributing to the successful delivery of safety‑critical aerospace electronics.

Responsibilities

• Perform board‑level electronics testing and debugging, identifying and resolving hardware issues.
• Support commissioning of Amber sensor boards and associated electronic modules.
• Provide integration support at unit and system level.
• Carry out hardware rework, modification, and corrective actions as required.
• Produce and maintain clear engineering documentation, including test records, rework notes, and technical updates.
• Liaise with suppliers to support hardware quality, issue resolution, and technical queries.
• Contribute to integration and verification testing, ensuring hardware meets functional and quality expectations.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong background in electronics engineering, with demonstrable experience in board testing, bring‑up, and debugging.
• Experience supporting electronics module development, commissioning, and test.
• Confident working hands‑on with electronic assemblies, including fault‑finding and rework.
• Experience working in a regulated or safety‑critical environment, such as aerospace, defence, or similar industries.
• Ability to work effectively on‑site as part of a multi‑disciplinary engineering team.
• Clear technical communication skills and disciplined approach to documentation.

Desirable Experience

• Analogue electronics experience.
• Experience working with sensors and sensor‑based systems.
• Exposure to integration testing at unit or system level.
• Previous experience interfacing with suppliers or external manufacturing partners.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to contribute directly to our clients' programme, working on real electronic hardware within a highly technical and collaborative environment. The role offers immediate impact, hands‑on engineering challenge, and exposure to complex aerospace systems.