Senior / Principal Hardware Engineer – Space Imaging

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a Senior / Principal Hardware Engineer for space imaging. The role involves designing PCB for space applications, managing external layout activities, and developing system architecture for high-reliability electronics. Candidates should have experience with PCB CAD tools and a strong understanding of electronics and electrical interfaces. An exciting opportunity to contribute to major space missions awaits.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of PCB design for high-speed circuitry.
• Ability to create innovative electronic designs.
• Experience working to high-reliability standards.

Responsibilities

• Designing PCBs for space applications.
• Creating concepts and designs driven by customer needs.
• Leading verification and testing of electronics.

Skills

PCB design for high-speed circuitry

Innovative electronic designs

High-reliability standards experience

PCB CAD tools (CADENCE or ALTIUM)

Understanding of electronics and electrical interfaces

Clear communication of technical data

Experience with space electronics

Job description

Senior / Principal Hardware Engineer – Space Imaging

Location:

Chelmsford, Essex (4 days per week in office)

Client:

CBSbutler

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

8

Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Space science is at the core of understanding the Universe's origins and future. The sensor device technology includes Charge Coupled Devices (CCDs), CMOS image detectors (visible and infra-red), and their associated Read Out ICs (ROICs). These sensors help us understand more about our surroundings, from the Big Bang to solar activity effects on Earth.

The imaging sensors developed at Chelmsford have been used on major space missions like the Hubble Telescope, Kepler, GAIA, Mars Rovers, New Horizons, and Rosetta.

Key responsibilities: Hardware Engineer

• Designing PCBs for space applications, including component selection, schematic capture, analysis, documentation, stack-up definition, and managing external layout activities.
• Creating concepts and designs that meet specifications, driven by customer needs, and maintaining compliance verification matrices.
• Developing system architecture diagrams and charts to support lifecycle documentation and development reviews.
• Preparing and presenting electrical design documentation for gate reviews, ensuring clear communication with stakeholders.
• Driving departmental capabilities, including mentoring and training engineers.
• Leading verification and testing of electronics, with proper documentation.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications: Hardware Engineer

• Knowledge of PCB design for high-speed circuitry.
• Ability to create innovative electronic designs that add value.
• Experience working to high-reliability standards.
• Proficiency with PCB CAD tools, preferably CADENCE or ALTIUM.
• Strong understanding of electronics and electrical interfaces.
• Ability to communicate technical data clearly.
• Experience with space electronics is advantageous.