Senior Hardware Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Rochester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer to join their innovative team in Rochester. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge technology and contribute to safety-critical projects. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, execute complex hardware designs, and mentor junior engineers. With opportunities for career progression and a flexible working environment, this position is ideal for those passionate about engineering and technology. Join a company that drives advancements in defence and aerospace, making a significant impact on global security.

Benefits

Enhanced pension scheme (up to 14%)

Flexible working hours

Holiday entitlement

Incentive plans

Employee assistance

Cycle to work scheme

Life assurance

Income protection

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience with digital and/or analogue electronics technologies.
• Understanding of cost and schedule constraints to meet programme needs.

Responsibilities

• Execute complex hardware design tasks according to the hardware development plan.
• Conduct hardware requirements capture and detailed design.

Skills

Digital Electronics

Analogue Electronics

Hardware Design

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Electronics Engineering

HND in Electronics Engineering

Tools

Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise

Simetrix

Spice

Enterprise Architect

Matlab

Simulink

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Salary: up to £50,000 per annum dependent upon experience

We currently have a vacancy to join one of the world’s leading, global defence, security and aerospace companies as a Senior Hardware Engineer. The role will be based in Rochester, Kent and offers the opportunity for hybrid working and flexible working hours. Individual circumstances can be discussed.

They work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

As a Senior Hardware Engineer, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls, Active Inceptors, and other safety-critical technology.

This role provides an opportunity to work on innovative projects with an experienced, diverse team, with potential career progression in the industry.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Execute complex hardware design tasks according to the hardware development plan, meeting timescales and budgets.
2. Conduct hardware requirements capture, preliminary and detailed design, including analysis tasks.
3. Coach and develop junior team members.
4. Deliver design artefacts following company and industry standards.
5. Collaborate with other disciplines within an integrated team.
6. Take on people manager responsibilities.
7. Participate in benefits such as enhanced pension scheme (up to 14%), flexible working, holiday entitlement, incentive plans, employee assistance, cycle to work, life assurance, income protection, and private medical insurance.

About You:

1. Degree/HND in electronics engineering or equivalent qualification.
2. Proven experience with digital and/or analogue electronics technologies.
3. Experience through the engineering development lifecycle from concept to certification.
4. Understanding of cost and schedule constraints to meet programme needs.
5. Good communication skills, inquisitive mindset.
6. Experience with Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, analogue simulation tools like Simetrix or Spice, and system development tools such as Enterprise Architect, Matlab, Simulink.

Eligibility: You must hold a British passport, have lived and worked in the UK for the past 5 years, and be eligible for SC clearance.

About Aeropeople:

We specialize in aerospace, aviation, engineering, motorsport, automotive, and defence industries, providing recruitment and training services. During registration, specify your current location, preferred locations, salary expectations, and notice period.

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