Lead Electronics Engineer – Defense Systems

Copello; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense client in High Wycombe is seeking a Principal Electronics Engineer to develop and maintain complex defense systems. The role involves leading engineering teams and providing innovative solutions across the full development lifecycle. Candidates should have significant experience in RTL Design, particularly with VHDL, and be knowledgeable in using tools like Xilinx Vivado. Eligibility for SC Clearance is required for application.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in RTL Design and Verification, preferably with VHDL.
• Experience in leading high-performing engineering teams.
• Knowledge of DO-254, DO-178 is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test innovative solutions for electronics.
• Requirements analysis and substantiation with customers.
• Drive test, characterization, and verification for prototype designs.

Skills

Leading engineering teams

RTL Design and Verification

Xilinx Vivado/ISE

Timing constraints analysis

Configuration management (Git, svn)

Interfacing with hardware devices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronic and Electrical engineering

Tools

Xilinx Vivado

Altera Quartus

Job description

A defense client in High Wycombe is seeking a Principal Electronics Engineer to develop and maintain complex defense systems. The role involves leading engineering teams and providing innovative solutions across the full development lifecycle. Candidates should have significant experience in RTL Design, particularly with VHDL, and be knowledgeable in using tools like Xilinx Vivado. Eligibility for SC Clearance is required for application.