Electronic Systems Engineer / Lead 2 Positions Available: Lead & Engineer Level
Join a fast-growing aerospace SME working on cutting‑edge autonomous aircraft for defence, logistics, and humanitarian missions. We're expanding our engineering team with two hires across seniority levels to support next‑generation UAV platforms.
The Role
You'll design and develop avionics and embedded electronic systems for fixed‑wing autonomous aircraft. Work includes system architecture, PCB/electronics design, testing, and integration across flight‑critical systems. Lead‑level candidates will also set technical direction and guide engineers.
What You'll Work On
* Avionics & embedded system design for UAV platforms
* Electronic hardware development (schematics, PCB, component selection)
* Prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting
* Support flight tests, system integration & manufacturing
* Compliance with aerospace/defence standards (DO-160, DO-254, SORA)
* Cross‑functional collaboration with software, mechanical, and systems teams
* Lead role: technical ownership, roadmap planning, mentoring, supplier engagement
What You'll Bring
* STEM degree
* Experience in electronics, embedded systems, or avionics
* PCB design & schematic capture (Altium preferred)
* Understanding of EMC/EMI, multilayer boards & high‑reliability design
* Practical prototyping skills
* Bonus: C/C++ for microcontrollers (STM32), Python, UAV/flight test exposure
Why Join?
* Exciting growth phase
* Real impact on next‑gen aerospace systems
* Mix of hands‑on engineering and high‑level design
* Local SME with agility, innovation, and visibility
Location: Fareham (on‑site with hybrid flexibility)
Contract: Permanent, full-time
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