Job Description
Senior Design Engineer – Advanced Electronic Systems
Location: Gloucestershire | Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: £Competitive depending on experience
Design. Own. Deliver.
Work at the sharp edge of complex electronic systems where reliability is mission-critical.
About the Company
A global engineering powerhouse operating at the forefront of defence, aerospace, and high-reliability industrial technology. This organisation designs and manufactures advanced electronic and electromechanical systems deployed in some of the world’s most demanding environments. With a strong investment in R&D and engineering excellence, they offer a platform where senior engineers can genuinely influence product direction and technical strategy.
Role Overview – Strategic Technical Lead
This is not a support role.
You will act as a technical authority, leading complex hardware and system-level designs from concept through qualification. You’ll own programmes end-to-end, mentor engineers, and directly influence how mission-critical systems are architected, validated, and delivered.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead full lifecycle hardware design – from concept architecture and detailed design through prototyping, testing, and qualification
* Own system-level decision making, ensuring designs meet technical, regulatory, and customer requirements
* Drive cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing, suppliers, and programme teams
* Mentor and develop junior engineers, setting best practice across design and documentation
* Champion continuous improvement in engineering processes, tools, and design standards
Requirements
* Degree-qualified in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering (or equivalent experience)
* Proven experience delivering complex electronic or electro-mechanical systems within defence, aerospace, or regulated industrial environments
* Strong hands-on knowledge across:
* Electrical & electronic system design
* EMC & compliance
* Mechanical integration
* Harsh / safety-critical environments
* Demonstrated ability to lead projects autonomously, make sound technical decisions, and deliver to schedule
* Confident communicator with the credibility to influence stakeholders at all levels
What’s On Offer
* Ownership of high-impact, technically complex programmes
* Long-term career progression within a stable, innovation-led organisation
* Competitive base salary and bonus structure
* Enhanced pension and share participation schemes
* Comprehensive healthcare, wellbeing, and employee assistance support
* Flexible benefits including cycle-to-work and EV schemes
Apply now or send a confidential DM to learn more. You can reach our office UK on +44 (0)1908 752080, or our US number is +1 (929) 445 6916
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