Embedded System Engineer

Gattaca; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing aerospace SME in Fareham is seeking two Electronic Systems Engineers at Lead and Engineer levels to design and develop avionics for advanced autonomous aircraft projects. The role involves electronic hardware development, system architecture, and ensuring compliance with aerospace standards. This position offers a hybrid working model and the chance to work on cutting-edge technology for defence and humanitarian missions.

Qualifications

• Experience in avionics and embedded electronic systems design.
• Familiarity with PCB design and electronic hardware development.
• Understanding of aerospace and defence compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop avionics and embedded electronic systems.
• Lead system architecture and electronic hardware development.
• Prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic systems.

Skills

Avionics design

Embedded systems

PCB design

Testing and troubleshooting

Compliance with aerospace standards

Job description

Job Description

Electronic Systems Engineer X2 (Lead and Engineer levels)

• Hybrid working
• Fareham, England
• Permanent

Electronic Systems Engineer / Lead

2 Positions Available : Lead & Engineer Level

Join a fast‑growing aerospace SME working on cutting‑edge autonomous aircraft for defence, logistics, and humanitarian missions. We're expanding our engineering team with two hires across seniority levels to support next‑generation UAV platforms.

The Role

You'll design and develop avionics and embedded electronic systems for fixed‑wing autonomous aircraft. Work includes system architecture, PCB / electronics design, testing, and integration across flight‑critical systems. Lead‑level candidates will also set technical direction and guide engineers.

What You'll Work On

• Avionics & embedded system design for UAV platforms
• Electronic hardware development (schematics, PCB, component selection)
• Prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting
• Support flight tests, system integration & manufacturing
• Compliance with aerospace / defence standards (DO-160, DO-254, SORA)
• Cross‑functional collaboration with software, mechanical, and systems teams