Electronics Engineer - Space Systems

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Experienced Senior Electronic Engineer specialising in the design, integration, testing, and operation of complex electronic and electro-mechanical systems supporting space telescopes, laser systems, and space-based applications. Strong background in instrumentation, sensor systems, signal processing, embedded electronics, and system-level engineering within advanced, high-technology environments.
Proven ability to work across multidisciplinary teams to deliver precision-engineered solutions for space observation, tracking, and laser-based systems, supporting full lifecycle activities from concept through to deployment and operation.
Skilled in technical documentation, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis, with a track record of delivering reliable systems for mission-critical space and observatory operations.

Primary duties

• Responsible for the design, integration, testing, and maintenance of electronic systems supporting space telescopes and laser technologies, ensuring reliable operation through system verification, multidisciplinary collaboration, and effective technical problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic and electro-mechanical systems for space telescope and laser applications
• Manage system integration, verification, and validation of precision space and observatory systems
• Support the full project lifecycle from concept development through to deployment and operational maintenance
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, optical, and systems engineering teams
• Conduct troubleshooting, diagnostics, and root-cause analysis of complex electronic and laser-based systems
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, reports, and engineering records
• Support laboratory and observatory-based testing, including performance validation and data analysis
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes, standards, and system reliability

Experience

• Designed, integrated, and tested electronic subsystems for space telescope and laser system projects, ensuring compliance with performance, reliability, and safety requirements
• Developed and maintained instrumentation and control systems, including sensors, data acquisition systems, embedded processors, and communication interfaces for space observation applications
• Worked collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to deliver advanced observatory and space-based systems from concept through to operational deployment
• Performed system integration, verification, troubleshooting, and fault diagnosis to support successful delivery of space and laser technologies
• Supported laboratory and observatory testing programs, including data collection, analysis, reporting, and validation of system performance
• Produced detailed technical documentation, including design reports, test procedures, verification plans, and operational guidelines
• Contributed to the development of advanced sensing, tracking, and monitoring solutions using electronics, control systems, and signal processing for space awareness
• Assisted in maintaining and improving engineering processes, standards, and technical capability within high-technology project teams

Join us in innovating with our defence and space businesses, shaping the future together. Become part of a friendly and supportive team that values your skills, and experiences, and enjoy many benefits, including ongoing learning and development opportunities, flexible working hours, opportunities for further professional and career development, paid parental leave, and an employee incentive scheme.