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Senior Hardware Design Engineer

Didcot
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Senior Hardware Design Engineer | £55-70k + shares | Didcot | Hybrid

My client is a global leader in the space industry, pioneering innovation.

After more than 100 successful missions, they are expanding their operations and seeking a talented Senior Hardware Engineer to join their team.

Main duties:

  • Product Development and Design: Lead the specification, design, and validation of satellite communication products, including detailed circuit design, schematic capture, component selection, and simulation.

  • Collaboration and Manufacturing: Oversee in-house and third-party PCB layout teams, delivering manufacturing work packages for prototypes and production-quality products.

  • Integration and Validation: Support hardware, software, and system integration, ensuring successful validation and qualification of designs throughout the product lifecycle.

    Skills and Experience Required:

  • 6+ years of experience in an electronic design role

  • Experience designing high speed complex circuits and high density, multi-layer PCBs

  • Experience working with high-speed digital interfaces

  • Experience designing products that contain MCUs, FPGA/ASIC, RF or power supplies

    Bonus:

  • Experience developing satellite/payload equipment

  • DC/DC power supply design

    What you’ll get:

  • £55-65k

  • Competitive salary with lucrative shares & hybrid work model

  • Comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare, disability income protection, life insurance, pension plan, and an employee assistance program.

    If you feel like you have the right skills and experience for this role, then please apply with a copy of your updated CV.

    VISA sponsorship is offered for this role for UK-based applicants

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