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Hardware engineer

Livingston
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Hardware engineer
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Date Posted: 2025-09-25 Country: United Kingdom Location: GBR02: Glenrothes, Scotland, Queensway Industrial Estate, Glenrothes, KY7 5PY Position Role Type: Unspecified Job Title: Hardware Engineer - Multiple Levels Duration: Permanent Hours : Full time 37 hours per week Location(s): Glenrothes/Livingston Security Clearance Requirements: BPSS Why join Raytheon Raytheon UK is a powerhouse in defence and aerospace, where innovation meets impact. As a key partner to the UK government and global customers, we tackle the toughest challenges across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Beyond cutting-edge defence solutions, we lead the way in digital training transformation for both military and commercial clients. At Raytheon UK, you will work with pioneering technology, collaborate with top industry experts, and be part of a dynamic team that fuels your growth. Whether you're looking to push boundaries, develop your skills, or make a real-world impact, your future starts here. About the role: Are you ready to engineer what's next? Raytheon UK is seeking dynamic and ambitious Hardware Engineers -from early-career to seasoned professionals-to join our growing Power business. This is more than a job; it's a chance to build cutting-edge hardware alongside some of the most talented engineers in the industry. What You'll Be Doing In this hands-on, technically rich role, you'll work under the guidance of a Programme Engineering Manager and collaborate with a high-performing team to design, assemble, test, and troubleshoot electronic systems and components. From initial concept through to final production, you'll play a key role in bringing innovative power solutions to life. What We're Looking For: We're interested in people who are passionate about electronics-whether you're a hands-on hobbyist, a recent graduate, or an experienced engineer looking for a new challenge. If you can demonstrate a solid understanding of hardware systems and a practical, problem-solving mindset, we want to hear from you The work location will primarily be based at our Glenrothes or Livingston facilities with frequent visits to other customer sites in the UK and occasional travel to the US. Skills and Experience Prior exposure and experience of Analogue and Power Electronics Good and demonstrable problem-solving skills Good communicator able to lead and engage technically within the company and with customers Eligible or current holder of SC security clearance Desirable (for experienced applicants) Innovative thinker with self-motivation Good knowledge of high-speed digital design Experience with programmable devices Experience in design of Switch Mode Power supplies, designs of Invertor and PFC design of full bridge, flyback, forward topologies or exposure to others Experience in using PCB layout tools for Power Supply layout. Proven analytical skills in circuit simulation (Matlab, LT Spice). Experience of recognised standards MIL STD, IPC etc Experience in component selection & derating analysis Practical workshop skills including soldering Awareness and application of DFM&T (Design for Manufacture & Test) Responsibilities Working effectively within a multi-disciplined design team Understanding Customer Requirements capture, interpretation and creation of Design Specifications Conduct and direct Analogue & Power Electronic product design and development Solving complex technical problems on new and existing products from our portfolio Electronic Schematic capture, PCB Layout and simulation Conduct and direct Design, commissioning, circuit debug and fault diagnosis through the project lifecycle Ability to Design to Cost and schedule and work within approved budgets Document Verification and Qualification of products to industry and customer standards Lab Hand-on experience with electronic components, demonstrating the ability to assemble, test and troubleshoot hardware in a laboratory environment Configuration of product designs and their controlled change. Prepare technical documents & reports Support customer discussions, leading in your area of expertise. Ensure adherence to Company policies & procedures Benefits and Work Culture Benefits Competitive salaries. 25 days holiday statutory public holidays, plus opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days (37hr) Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution) Company bonus scheme (discretionary). 6 times salary 'Life Assurance' with pension. Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes, including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work amongst others. Enhanced sick pay. Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave. Car / Car allowance (dependant on grade/ role) Private Medical Insurance (dependant on grade) Work Culture 37hr working week, although hours may vary depending on role, job requirement or site-specific arrangements. Early 1.30pm finish Friday, start your weekend early! Remote, hybrid and site based working opportunities, dependant on your needs and the requirements of the role. A grownup flexible working culture that is output, not time spent at desk, focussed. More formal flexible working arrangements can also be requested and assessed subject to the role. Please enquire or highlight any request to our Talent Acquisition team to explore the flexible working possibilities. Up to 5 paid days volunteering each year. RTX Raytheon UK is a landed company and part of the wider RTX organisation. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, but with over 180,000 employees globally across every continent, RTX provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide and comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Supporting over 35,000 jobs across 13 UK sites, RTX is helping to drive prosperity. Each year our work contributes over £2.7bn to the UK economy and offers a wealth of opportunities to 4,000 suppliers across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. We're investing in all corners of the country, supporting 29,040 jobs in England, 3,040 in Northern Ireland, 1,900 in Scotland and 1,600 in Wales. \LI-LB1 _RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law._ Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link (http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice) to read the Policy and Terms Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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