Graduate In Service Engineer

Ultra Electronics Group; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defence and aerospace industry is seeking a Graduate In-Service Engineer. This role offers the opportunity to develop skills in electronic control systems and work alongside experienced engineers in a modern environment. The position supports high-integrity aerospace products, focusing on safety and reliability while fostering professional growth through a structured graduate development programme.

Qualifications

• Understanding of aerospace and safety-critical sectors.
• Knowledge of schematic capture and circuit simulation.

Responsibilities

• Support In-Service Engineering Team with technical support.
• Work on Safety Critical Electronics and Data Control systems.

Skills

Understanding of product development practices

Knowledge of EMC

Ability to work in the UK

Job description

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About Ultra Precision Control Systems

Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety-critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. We focus on providing engineering solutions for safety and mission-critical challenges in the air, ground, civil, and unmanned vehicles sectors. Our innovative products support the dismounted soldier and ensure safe and effective operations worldwide.

Flexible Working

We consider various working options to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid home/office arrangements, flexible hours, and part/full-time employment. Our values of 'innovating' and 'empowering' guide us, trusting our people to deliver results in new ways.

Job Description

The Ultra PCS Engineering team manages a portfolio of specialist capabilities, applying electronic, mechanical, and software technologies to meet demanding customer needs. We are seeking a Graduate Electronics Engineer to support our In-Service Engineering Team, which provides technical support for high-integrity mission-critical aerospace products, including electronic control systems, power and energy control, and systems for military and civil aerospace applications.

The role involves working on Safety Critical Electronics, Data, Power & Energy Control, Stores Ejection, Cryogenic Cooling products, and Vehicle Architecture systems. You will develop skills in PCB design, manufacturing methodologies, debugging, and component selection, gaining awareness of disciplines like Software, Mechanical, and Systems engineering. You will learn to manage obsolescence, ensure safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness, and develop customer and supplier relationships.

Qualifications and Skills

• Understanding of product development practices in aerospace and safety-critical sectors (ISO9001, AS9100, DO254, DO178).
• Knowledge of EMC, schematic capture, circuit simulation, manufacturing, and testing processes.
• Ability to work in the UK without restrictions and undergo UK National Security Vetting.

Additional Information

This is a structured graduate development programme with opportunities for professional registration and Chartered Engineer status. The role is based in Cheltenham or Cambridge, working alongside experienced engineers in a modern environment.

Inclusive Employer Statement

Ultra PCS values diversity, inclusion, and equality. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.