Hybrid Avionics Component Engineer – Lifecycle & NPI

General Dynamics UK Limited; Hastings; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Nine-day fortnight

Hybrid work model

Job summary

General Dynamics Mission Systems in the UK is seeking a Component Engineer to support avionics product development throughout the lifecycle, from selection to obsolescence and replacement. You will work with hardware, procurement, manufacturing and quality teams to ensure EEE components meet performance, availability and compliance goals.

The role involves interpreting datasheets, advising on components and alternatives, and contributing to New Parts Introduction and compliance processes.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND, degree or equivalent in Electronics/Electrical Engineering.
• Familiarity with obsolescence management, REACH and RoHS compliance.
• Ability to interpret datasheets and suggest Form/Fit/Function alternatives.
• Involvement in New Parts Introduction and validation of components.

Responsibilities

• Provide component engineering support to hardware, procurement and production teams.
• Ensure EEE components meet lifecycle, sourcing and compliance requirements.
• Advise engineering teams on component selection and alternatives based on datasheets.

Skills

Electronic engineering knowledge

Lifecycle management

Component datasheet interpretation

New Parts Introduction

AI/ML awareness

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering

Tools

REACH & RoHS compliance

Job description

General Dynamics Mission Systems in the UK is seeking a Component Engineer to support avionics product development throughout the lifecycle, from selection to obsolescence and replacement. You will work with hardware, procurement, manufacturing and quality teams to ensure EEE components meet performance, availability and compliance goals.

The role involves interpreting datasheets, advising on components and alternatives, and contributing to New Parts Introduction and compliance processes.