Electronics Engineer

Copello; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in Buckinghamshire is seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer for a 6-month contract. The role involves leading the design and integration of electronic sub-systems, supporting system-level integration, and requires expertise in RF technologies. Candidates should be able to work onsite for 4 days a week and possess a deep understanding of the full product development lifecycle. The position offers a radius of £80 per hour and is INSIDE IR35.

Qualifications

• Proven background in electronic design engineering.
• Strong knowledge of RF technologies.
• Practical experience with electronic test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of electronic sub-systems.
• Perform testing and verification of prototype designs.
• Manage project engineering aspects ensuring performance and cost.

Skills

Proven background in electronic design engineering within RF

Strong knowledge of RF technologies and RF antenna systems

Practical experience in using electronic test equipment

Ability to contribute to technical engineering activities

Experience within defence or aerospace sector

Tools

VNA

RF spectrum analysers

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Overview

Copello is seeking an experienced Senior Electronics Engineer to join a leading defence organisation in Buckinghamshire on an initial 6-month contract. This role will be instrumental in managing the development and delivery of advanced electronic sub-systems for defence applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and integration of electronic sub-systems.
• Perform testing, characterisation, and verification of prototype designs.
• Work hands-on with laboratory test equipment including VNAs, RF spectrum analysers, and oscilloscopes.
• Manage aspects of project engineering, ensuring electronic solutions meet performance, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Support system-level integration and troubleshooting of electronic designs.
• Deliver electronic subsystems from prototype through to production readiness.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven background in electronic design engineering within RF, high-speed digital, or power supply electronics.
• Strong knowledge of RF technologies and RF antenna systems.
• Practical experience in the use of electronic test equipment (VNA, spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes).
• Previous involvement in the full product development lifecycle, from design through to verification and delivery.
• Ability to contribute to both technical engineering and project engineering activities.
• Experience within the defence or aerospace sector.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and compliance requirements.

Clearance and Working Arrangements

The role will require the successful candidate to have active SC or be eligible for SC clearance. The role will require onsite working for 4 days a week. Position is INSIDE IR35 and paying circa £80 per hour.