Space Hardware Lead Engineer

CesiumAstro

Milton Keynes

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

CesiumAstro in Milton Keynes, England, is looking for a Principal Hardware Engineer I to lead complex hardware projects from conception through production. You will design and verify high-reliability systems for space applications while mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have at least 9 years of experience in electronics design, excellent communication skills, and expertise in tools like Altium. This role offers a dynamic environment and technical leadership opportunities.

Qualifications

  • 9+ years of experience in board-level electronics design and test.
  • Experience with high-reliability electronics for space or defense.
  • Expert proficiency in electronics design tools like Altium.

Responsibilities

  • Own design of complex electronics modules and systems.
  • Lead teams of hardware engineers in product development.
  • Develop hardware architecture and write requirements.

Skills

PCB layout
High-reliability electronics design
Analytical skills
Communication skills
Team leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer
Ansys SIwave
ADS SIPro
Mentor Hyperlynx

Job description

CesiumAstro in Milton Keynes, England, is looking for a Principal Hardware Engineer I to lead complex hardware projects from conception through production. You will design and verify high-reliability systems for space applications while mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have at least 9 years of experience in electronics design, excellent communication skills, and expertise in tools like Altium. This role offers a dynamic environment and technical leadership opportunities.
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