Graduate Electronics Engineer

Leonardo UK Ltd; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a globally renowned company as a Graduate Electronics Engineer and work on real-time projects that shape the future of defense and aerospace technologies. This exciting role offers a competitive salary of £33,000, along with a welcome bonus and potential accommodation allowance if relocating. You'll collaborate with leading experts, engage in innovative project work, and access a wealth of development opportunities, including over 4,000 online courses via Coursera. With a commitment to personal growth and professional chartership, this is more than just a job; it's a pathway to becoming a leading technical professional in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Private Healthcare

Dental Schemes

25 Days Holiday

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted Gym Membership

Free Online Courses via Coursera

Referral Incentive

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering required.
• Experience with IC design and simulation tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support design and development of electro-optical and communication systems.
• Engage in the full development lifecycle from requirements to testing.

Skills

Problem Solving

Complex Engineering Solutions

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelors/Integrated Master’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

MSc or PhD in Electronics Engineering

Tools

IC Design and Simulation Tools

Job description

Job Description:

Do you want to work on real-time projects alongside leading scientists and engineers within a globally renowned company? Leonardo is an international leader in electronic and information technologies for defence systems, aerospace, data, infrastructures, land security and protection, and sustainable ’smart’ solutions.

Our 18-Month Engineering Graduate Programme

Joining the Leonardo Graduate Scheme is the opportunity to be part of the next generation of our business. As a Graduate you will join us on £33,000 with a welcome bonus and could receive a generous Temporary Accommodation Allowance if you move more than 40 miles away from home for the role.

You will be provided with a wealth of development opportunities in both virtual and applied working environments. On our programme you will engage with challenging and exciting project work and deliver innovative business or technical solutions as part of a team of subject matter experts. Throughout the programme you will receive coaching and support from your team to achieve your objectives as well as your personal development goals. We are committed to developing our graduates into leading technical or business professionals, and as such we will also support you through your preferred route for chartership.

At Leonardo we value individuals who continuously demonstrate a dedication to their personal development, and this is no different for our graduates. We have partnered with Coursera, the world leading online training platform that offers around 4,000 courses you can sign up to, according to your professional and personal interests. Self-directed learning thrives in this environment.

As a Graduate Electronics Engineer you will:

• Support the design and development of our world leading electro-optical, communications and information system products under the guidance of experienced Electronics Engineering Leads.
• Be introduced to utilising state-of-the-art methods, technology and tools to explore all aspects of the development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, test, acceptance and product support.
• Interface with customers (internal and external) on many factors within the design and liaise closely with Engineers from all other disciplines including Mechanical, Software, Systems, Supportability and Design Integrity.
• Design, document, build and test electronics circuits and firmware designs to go into our various systems.
• Be involved in designing for mixed signal design, power supply design, DAC/ADC, FPGA, high-speed serial interfaces and video/communication processing algorithms.
• Engage with all of these technologies across a diverse range of products including Thermal Imaging Cameras, Vehicle Camera systems, Counter UAV systems, Precision Guidance systems and Electronic Warfare products.
• Develop expertise in the design of circuits, FPGAs and subsystems at various stages in the product lifecycle. This will include requirements capture, performance analysis, design, code, verification, validation and support to integration and qualification. You will gain exposure to other engineering disciplines and business areas.

What we need from you:

• All of our roles require (a) a minimum of a 2:2 Bachelors/Integrated Master’s degree, or (b) a higher degree, such as a MSc or PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or Electronics Engineering.
• Electronics biased degree including modules covering topics such as digital design, analogue design and signal processing.
• Experience of using IC design and simulation tools.
• A passion for solving complex engineering problems.
• The drive to learn the skills required to become a professional Electronics Engineer.

Please note that in order to apply for this opportunity you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance. Normally this is to the level of Security Check (typically known as “SC”) for our business which includes having a minimum of five years permanent residency in the UK.

Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

• Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us.
• Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance).
• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year.
• Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution).
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers).
• Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme.
• Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera.
• Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member.

At Leonardo, we are strongly committed to supporting all our people, and, as society and the environment we work in changes, our approach to Inclusion and Diversity continues to evolve and adapt to reflect this. A culture of inclusion goes on to create an environment for greater collaboration, innovation and opportunities to develop as an organisation. If you are willing and able to commit to giving your best performance, you will find Leonardo a very rewarding place to work!

Primary Location: GB - Southampton

Contract Type: Permanent

Hybrid Working: Hybrid