Senior Electronics Design Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company is seeking a Senior Electronics Design Engineer in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role involves working on advanced radar systems for military aircraft and requires expertise in electronics design. Candidates should be passionate about problem-solving and eager to develop their skills in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Company-funded benefits

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Award-winning pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym memberships

Access to online courses via Coursera

Qualifications

• Expertise in at least one area: FPGA, Digital, RF, Power, or EMC.
• Willingness to learn and develop through a technical career path.

Responsibilities

• Join a team developing cutting-edge radars and surveillance systems.
• Deliver pragmatic problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

FPGA

Digital

RF

Power

EMC

Job description

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Senior Electronics Design Engineer, Newcastle upon Tyne

Client: Leonardo

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 5a0fc38169b0

Job Views: 4

Posted: 23.05.2025

Expiry Date: 07.07.2025

Job Description:

We are looking for a wide range of Electronics Design Engineers at various levels to join Leonardo in Newcastle. We are a world-class defence technology company developing cutting-edge radars for Eurofighter Typhoon and SAAB Gripen fighter jets, as well as maritime and airborne surveillance systems. We also invest in innovation through our own research to fuel future products. We are recruiting talented, motivated engineers to join our growing electronics team.

This is an exciting opportunity for engineers to bring their skillset and knowledge to a fast-paced, dynamic, and forward-thinking environment. To be successful, you should consider yourself an expert in at least one of the following areas:

• FPGA
• Digital
• RF
• Power
• EMC

If you are not yet an expert but have a keen interest in becoming one, we still want to hear from you.

Personal attributes and values are as important as technical ability. We seek engineers with a willingness to learn, progress, and develop through our technical career path. If you are passionate and can deliver pragmatic problem-solving, we would like to hear from you.

You must be capable of achieving full SC security clearance and will require access to caveated information such as UK eyes only.

Security Clearance

Required

Life at Leonardo

With a company-funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and flexible working hours, a career with Leonardo offers many opportunities and accessibility.

• Flexible Working: Hybrid working options and flexible hours. Part-time opportunities available upon inquiry.
• Company-funded benefits: Private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle allowances (£500/year)
• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, with options to buy/sell leave and accrue up to 12 extra flexi days annually
• Pension: Award-winning scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, mental health support, financial wellbeing support, and diversity & inclusion networks
• Lifestyle: Discounted gym memberships, cycle-to-work scheme
• Training: Access to over 4000 online courses via Coursera
• Referral Incentive: Rewards for successful referrals
• Bonus: Scheme available for employees at management level and below