Senior/Principal Photonics Engineer

Leonardo UK Ltd
Luton
1 month ago
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Job Description:

Would you like to help us deliver innovative Photonics designs that form part of our self-protection systems installed on fast jet, UAV, land and naval platforms?

We have exciting opportunities for talented and proactive Photonics Engineers. Whether you're near the beginning of your career or have a wealth of experience, we have a place for you at Leonardo. Depending on the role you take, you may be able to carry out some of your work from home (Custom or Hybrid working).

What you will do:

As a Senior/Principal Photonics Engineer, you will work with the support of experts in their field, using world-class facilities to deliver designs, and help form the complex electronic systems that meet our challenging future customer requirements. The scope of work can range from design and technical problem solving to product development. This role may even take you across the UK or abroad for technical reviews.

What we need from you:

You should have experience in most of the below:

  • Design techniques using one or more of VPI, Ansys, Synopsys or similar simulation tool.
  • Physical realisation of Photonics circuits or spread benches.
  • Derivation of and reporting against design requirements.
  • A structured approach to design.
  • Photonic test methods and equipment, including laser safety.
  • Ability to debug failing hardware or test equipment.
  • Interfacing with customers, sub-contractors or in-company stakeholders.

Security Clearance:

You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels.

It would be nice if you had:

  • Experience within the defence industry.
  • You might have an HNC/HND or Undergraduate Degree (Electronic Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics) or you may just have lots of skills and experience gained through your hard work.
  • Applications are also sought from students completing their PhDs and looking for their first employment in industry.

Experience in some of:

  • Development of Photonic elements such as Modulators, Photo-detection or Laser Arrays.
  • Photonic integrated Circuit (PiC) Design.
  • System in Package (SiP) Design.
  • RF over Fibre.
  • RF / Microwave components e.g. Low Noise Amplifiers, Trans-impedance amplifiers.
  • RF Chain Analysis.
  • Model driven engineering using Matlab and Simulink.
  • Automating test equipment using Labview.
  • Assisting early careers engineers.

Life at Leonardo:

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

  • Flexible Working:Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us.
  • Company funded flexible benefits:Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance).
  • Holidays:25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year.
  • Pension:Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution).
  • Wellbeing:Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
  • Lifestyle:Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme.
  • Training:Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera and Linkedin Learning.
  • Referral Incentive:You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member.
  • Bonus:Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our websitehere.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people’s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

Primary Location:GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300

Contract Type:Hybrid Working

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