Lead Hardware Design Engineer - 4 Days A Week In Office

Lead Hardware Design Engineer - 4 days a week in office
Are you an experienced Hardware Design Engineer looking to play a leading role in the future of space technology?
We're seeking a
Staff (Lead) Hardware Design Engineer
to join an innovative engineering organisation developing next-generation satellite communications payloads for some of the world's most exciting space missions.
This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge FPGA and ASIC-based hardware, leading complex hardware development projects from concept through to manufacture while mentoring engineers and driving technical excellence.
The Role
As a technical leader within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you'll take ownership of the design and delivery of high-reliability electronic hardware used in advanced satellite communications systems.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the design and development of complex digital hardware for satellite payloads.
Managing hardware development activities throughout the full product lifecycle.
Producing detailed electronic designs including schematic capture, component selection and simulation.
Performing engineering analyses including worst-case analysis, derating, reliability, radiation, EMI/EMC, FMECA and power budgets.
Supporting system integration, testing, validation and qualification activities.
Directing internal and external PCB layout teams on complex multilayer HDI designs.
Delivering prototype and production-ready manufacturing documentation.
Providing technical leadership and mentoring within the hardware engineering team.
About You
You'll be a highly experienced hardware engineer with a passion for solving complex technical challenges in high-reliability environments.
You'll ideally have:
13+ years of hardware design experience within the
Space, Aerospace, Defence, Automotive
, or another high-reliability industry.
Strong expertise in high-speed digital electronics and SerDes interfaces.
Experience designing complex multilayer (10+ layer) HDI PCBs.
Knowledge of FPGA and ASIC-based hardware development.
Experience using electronic design, simulation and PCB development tools.
A solid understanding of hardware development from concept through manufacture.
Desirable experience:
Satellite communications payloads (LEO/GEO)
High-reliability electronic design and analysis
RF design and validation
Radiation effects and mitigation techniques
DC/DC power supply design
Environmental, thermal and EMI/EMC standards
Scripting languages such as Python, Tcl or Perl
Previous experience leading engineering teams or line management
What's on Offer
Work on innovative space and satellite technologies with real-world impact.
Hybrid working model supporting work-life balance.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Private healthcare.
Pension scheme.
Life assurance and income protection.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Excellent opportunities for career development within a growing, collaborative engineering environment.
Security Requirements
Due to the nature of this position, successful applicants will be required to complete
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS)
screening, including:
Right to work verification
Identity checks
Basic criminal record check
Employment history verification
Professional reference checks
Apply Now
If you're an experienced Hardware Design Engineer looking to lead the development of next-generation satellite hardware and contribute to pioneering space technology projects, we'd love to hear from you.
Take the next step in your career and join a team where innovation, technical excellence and collaboration are driving the future of space exploration and communications.