Principal Electrical Engineer £70,000 – £80,000 + Bonus + Hybrid Working Defence & Maritime Technology | Mission-Critical Systems
Protecting what matters. Powering the future of naval technology.
We are seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to join a leading engineering organisation delivering advanced maritime defence systems used worldwide. This is a senior technical leadership opportunity within a high-integrity, highly regulated environment where engineering excellence is critical.
This role combines hands-on electronic design with strategic technical leadership, offering real influence over engineering standards, product quality, and future capability development.
The Role As Principal Electrical Engineer, you will:
Lead the design and development of complex electronic systems (digital, analogue, mixed-signal and power electronics)
Support system architecture, schematic capture, PCB layout and hardware qualification
Deliver high-reliability multi-layer PCB designs
Contribute to FPGA and microprocessor-based system development
Lead and participate in design reviews (PDR/CDR)
Ensure compliance with EMC/EMI, environmental and defence standards
Champion Design for Manufacture, Cost, Test, Reliability and Support
Provide day-to-day technical leadership and mentor engineers
Support bids, cross-functional programme delivery and engineering governance
Approximately 40% of the role is technical delivery, with 60% focused on leadership, governance and capability development.
What We're Looking For Proven experience in complex electronic design within defence, aerospace or other high-integrity sectors
Strong background in multi-layer PCB design
Experience with FPGA and microprocessor-based systems
High-reliability power supply and signal conditioning expertise
Understanding of EMC/EMI compliance and environmental standards
Strong stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration skills
Degree qualified in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
Chartered Engineer (CEng) preferred or working towards
Security Clearance Candidates must be eligible to obtain UK security clearance (BPSS minimum, with potential for further vetting).
What's On Offer £70,000 – £80,000 salary
Annual performance bonus
Optional 9-day fortnight
Hybrid working arrangements
Flexible hours and TOIL
1pm finish on Fridays
25 days holiday + Christmas shutdown
Buy/sell holiday scheme
Private healthcare options
4x life assurance
Competitive pension contribution
This is a rare opportunity to shape the delivery of mission-critical naval systems while mentoring engineering talent and driving technical excellence across complex defence programmes.
If you are ready to take the next step in your engineering leadership career, we would welcome your application or a confidential conversation.
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