Senior Electronics Engineer

Thales; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Belfast is seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer to design and validate complex electronic products and systems. The role involves collaboration on electronic architectures, circuit design, and compliance with regulatory standards. This position offers hybrid working and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Market-leading training and development

Significant bonus

Strong pension contribution

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a good understanding of electronic circuit design.
• Solid, relevant experience in at least one of the specified areas.
• Demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design of circuit assemblies and systems.
• Contributing to development of electronic architectures.
• Testing, validation and debugging of circuit assemblies.

Skills

Electronic circuit design

Power Electronics

Digital Electronics

Analogue Electronics

Electronics Architecture

High Frequency Electronics

Education

Relevant Engineering, Scientific or Numerate degree

Tools

Electronics design and simulation tools

Job description

Overview

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom. Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Thales UK researches, develops and supplies technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. The role is Belfast-based with hybrid working where possible.

Senior Electronics Engineer – Belfast - Hybrid

If you are looking for an Electronics role within a local, innovative and industry-leading organisation, we are seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer with experience in delivery of complex electronic products and systems.

Responsibilities

• Design of circuit assemblies and systems
• Contributing to development of electronic architectures to meet design requirements
• Component and subsystem evaluation
• Creating electronic schematics and working with PCB layout engineers
• Testing, validation and debugging of circuit assemblies
• Carry out development and integration testing of electronic assemblies
• Contribute to electronics specifications, development and verification plans
• Ensure compliance to regulatory standards
• Support product fault finding and investigation activities

What we are looking for

• A relevant Engineering, Scientific or Numerate degree
• Demonstrate a good understanding of electronic circuit design
• Solid, relevant experience in at least one of the following areas:
  • Power Electronics
  • Digital Electronics
  • Analogue Electronics
  • Electronics Architecture
  • High Frequency Electronics
• Experience with electronics design and simulation tools
• Understanding of requirements for DFT and DFM
• Demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills
• Communicate effectively within a diverse, professional environment
• Self-motivated and able to take the initiative
• Outstanding teamwork skills

Nice to have

• Experience in design of equipment for safety critical environments
• Membership with a relevant professional Institution (e.g., IET, IEEE)

Transferrable skills may be considered where an application does not meet all the required criteria

Security Clearance

This role will require SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held; however, if not currently held, the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance. For full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years; in some circumstances a minimum of 3 years’ residence may be accepted, with additional overseas checks as applicable. For details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the National Security Vetting Agency (NSV) – United Kingdom Security Vetting (GOV.UK).

What we can offer

We are committed to helping you be your best. We offer market-leading training, development and experiences, with mentorship and coaching from industry leaders. We hire from within as a priority, providing opportunities across our diverse, global organisation. Packages may include a significant bonus, a strong pension contribution, private healthcare, development-focused targets, and relocation support if required, along with various learning, development and career enhancement opportunities. Support can be provided toward academic and professional attainment.

In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, and employment/education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance; further details are available from the Defence Business Services NSV Agency.

Thales UK is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We provide reasonable adjustments to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability can participate fully in the recruitment process. To request an adjustment or for questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.

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