Electrical Controls & Instrumentation Engineer
Contract (Inside IR35)
Buckinghamshire
ASAP start
A cutting-edge UK-based aerospace company is seeking an Electrical Controls & Instrumentation Engineer to support the development and integration of mission-critical systems for spacecraft. This hands-on role bridges internal engineering teams and specialist suppliers, ensuring compliance with rigorous ECSS standards and delivering high-reliability systems for space missions.
Ideal for an engineer with experience in electrical systems, instrumentation, and embedded control particularly within the aerospace, defence, or space sectors.
Electrical Controls & Instrumentation Engineer
Key Responsibilities
Lead review and specification of control systems across suppliers and internal teams.
Apply ECSS standards to electrical design, integration, and testing phases
Guide development of FPGA/microcontroller-based embedded systems
Troubleshoot and resolve electrical/control system issues during integration
Produce technical documentation aligned with ECSS and customer requirementsElectrical Controls & Instrumentation Engineer
Requirements:
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or related discipline
Industry experience in aerospace, defence, or space electrical systems
Hands-on knowledge of ECSS standards and mission-critical electronics
Strong problem-solving, fault analysis, and system optimisation skills
Clear communicator with strong documentation and reporting capabilitiesIf you feel you’re a good fit for this position, please click ‘apply’ or contact me directly