Principal Electronic Engineer

Omega Plc; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Tewkesbury is seeking a Senior Electronic Engineer to lead technical development in aerospace hardware. The role emphasizes digital and analogue design, alongside compliance with aerospace standards. The ideal candidate will have a background in electronic design engineering and demonstrated leadership skills. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work on critical aerospace projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electronic design engineering within aerospace or a related field.
• Digital and analogue design competency.
• Excellent knowledge of electronic architecture and certification standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical development of aerospace hardware for control systems.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to engineers covering project scope.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards.

Skills

Electronic design engineering

Digital electronics

Analogue electronics

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

We have a rare opportunity for a highly accomplished Senior level Electronic Engineer to join a prominent Aerospace business in the Gloucestershire area.

You will need to be competent in all areas of Electronic Engineering to lead in this hands-on role and deliver an exciting stream of work for the commercial aviation sector. Ideally you will have a bias towards digital electronics; analogue experience and exposure are equally sought. This is a new role that requires a proactive and driven individual to take charge from the offset in a senior leadership capacity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical development of aerospace hardware for primary and secondary control systems.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to electrical and electronic engineers covering project scope.
• Lead in all areas including architecture, design, requirements, and certification testing.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with systems, software, and mechanical teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electronic design engineering within aerospace or a related field.
• Digital and analogue design competency.
• Excellent knowledge of electronic architecture, certification standards, and safety-critical systems.
• Demonstrated leadership in technical mentoring and project oversight.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel for business purposes (US, China, Across UK).
• Candidates currently holding titles such as Principal Electronic Engineer, Lead Electrical Engineer, Director of Electronic Engineering, Staff Electronics Engineer, Senior Lead Electronics Engineer, Lead Electronic Design Engineer, Head of Electronic Engineering, or similar may be suitable.