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AWE have exciting opportunities for Electrical & Electronics Engineers , keen to apply their skills and knowledge, at various stages of their careers. We offer excellent development and progression opportunities. Role: Electrical & Electronics Engineers Location: Reading (office based) Salary: £29,640 - £50,000 (dependent on experience) The Role? We are looking for motivated and experienced Electrical & Electronics Engineers who are keen to apply and develop their skills. We have roles for engineers at various stages of their careers. You will be working in a team of experienced engineers supporting the delivery, assessment, and test of warhead electrical/electronic systems and components. Responsibilities include: Assessment of new designs for suitability for service use Qualification of new components Test and assessment of components and systems as part of an ongoing surveillance programme Specification of trials and surveillance activities Engaging with US counterparts on surveillance and test activities Applicants should have experience in the designing, testing, and fault-finding of electrical/electronic circuits, with the ability to analyse and assess existing designs. Knowledge of the application of electronics to defence systems would be an advantage, but not essential. Candidates should have a degree qualification (or equivalent, e.g. HNC plus vocational training) in electrical/electronic engineering, followed by relevant experience. Training will be provided, and opportunities to study for further qualifications are available. Some reasons we think Electronics Engineers love it here: · 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work. · In addition, 208 hours of holiday each year (equal to at least 25 days leave) plus Bank Holidays. · Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). · Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. · Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. · Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. · Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). · Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. · Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'. Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas.

Explore this exciting opportunity for a Senior Electronics Engineer at AWE, where you can leverage your expertise in electronics hardware design and firmware. Specialise in crafting innovative, low-powered sensor-based systems within a dynamic R&D environment. Title: Senior Electronics Engineer Location: Reading (office based) Salary: £47,960- £72,000 per annum (depending on your suitability and level of experience) The Role? As a Senior Electronics Engineer within our Warhead Engineering group, you will play a vital part in supporting the team to develop hardware designs from concept to prototype demonstration. Essential candidate criteria for the role, includes experience in the following; Electronics design (one or more of the following: analogue, digital, battery/low power) Embedded software development (C / C++ / C#) ECAD Interface management Stakeholder engagement In addition to this, it would be advantageous for candidates to have knowledge or experience in electronic design simulation tools (Pspice/LTspice), system engineering and architecture definition. There is also collaboration with our US colleagues, and therefore a candidate who is open to travel is desirable. If you think you have what it takes to engineer the extraordinary and directly shape the future of our nuclear deterrent, apply now for a role to help with: Defining and implementing technical strategies for core programmes. Designing, building and testing novel solutions to solve technical challenges in a security-based framework. Understanding of low power components utilising MSP/STM platforms Leading design teams in the design and development of products to time and cost Utilising experience in SPICE simulation and ECAD tools to deliver hardware at all life cycle phases from 'cradle to grave' Support integration of products into wider systems Safeguarding our nation by ensuring our deterrent is credible, effective and safe, today and into the future. To be considered for the role, we require candidates to hold a degree qualification and/or extensive experience in electronic engineering, working in a similar environment and possess strong communication skills. Some reasons we think Senior Electronics Engineer love it here: 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work. In addition, 208 hours of holiday each year (equal to at least 25 days leave) plus Bank Holidays. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies : Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide' . Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas.

Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking . Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend most of their time (~80%) working on site at AWE Aldermaston. Package: £37,860 - £70,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) Junior Engineer - (e.g., recent graduate with limited experience) - £37,860-£39,500 Experienced Engineer - £42,000-£50,000 Senior Engineer - £47,690-£70,000 Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Let us introduce the role AWE is currently recruiting for experienced Electronic Engineers. Working as part of a small team of experienced engineers, this role offers candidates the opportunity to apply their domain knowledge and experience to gain the requisite depth of knowledge of warhead electrical systems so they can apply sound engineering principles to analyse these systems and develop their career with us. The role includes d esigning, testing, and fault-finding of electronic hardware, with the requirement to also analyse and assess existing designs. Who are we looking for? We do need you to have the following: A degree level qualification (degree or HND etc) in a electrical/electronic engineering or applied physics, or equivalent working experience Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don't always 'tick every box'. That's why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don't meet every point below, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we'd love to receive your application. Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following: Analogue circuit design. Digital support circuit design. Electronic circuit fault finding. Circuit simulation and modelling. Reverse engineering & Data analysis. Switch mode power supply design (SMPS). High voltage circuit design considerations & Electrical safety. Failure Mode Effect Analysis (Design/Product, component level). Electromagnetics design. Specifically, small form factor transformers. You'll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines. Some reasons we think you'll love it here: AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include: 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'. Important things you need to know: You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process. Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

Electronics Technician We are recruiting for an Electronics Technician to join a growing team based in Oxford. An Electronics Technician is sought to work closely with various teams, maintaining and enhancing equipment systems, primarily focusing on field equipment performance, deployment, and new system testing. Responsibilities: • Ensure all equipment meets specifications for optimal results. • Diagnose and address equipment issues as they arise. • Perform regular maintenance and repairs to keep equipment reliable for field use. • Collaborate with the R&D team to develop and improve data collection systems. • Assemble and test prototype systems. • Maintain logs for equipment maintenance and repair history. Required Skills & Experience: • Proficiency in electronic and electrical circuits and systems. • Experience assembling prototype or small-volume equipment. • Ability to diagnose and repair electronic equipment. • Practical skills across electronic, electrical, and mechanical domains. • Skilled in electronic/mechanical CAD software, with PCB CAD expertise. • Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills and an aptitude for resolving technical issues. This role is based in Oxford and offers an opportunity to engage in hands-on, collaborative work with a growing team, directly supporting system development and equipment reliability.

Senior Electronics Engineer An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Electronics Engineer to join a leading technology company based in Scotland, specializing in embedded systems and electronics design for a wide range of industries, including energy, defense, and industrial automation. This company is known for delivering bespoke electronic solutions tailored to complex customer requirements. In this role, you will take on key responsibilities in the design and development of PCB systems, integrating analog and digital circuits and overseeing the full product lifecycle. As a senior member of the team, you will provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers, while actively contributing to project delivery. The role also involves working on embedded systems, utilizing C, C++, and Python to develop robust, high-performance systems. The ideal Senior Electronics Engineer will have: • Proven experience in PCB design and development • Expertise in analog and digital circuit design • Full product lifecycle experience, from concept through to production • Strong skills in embedded systems programming using C, C++, and Python • Ability to lead and mentor junior engineers • Experience with power management and signal integrity analysis • Knowledge of FPGA integration and high-speed digital interfaces is a plus If you're interested in the position of Senior Electronics Engineer, please apply or contact Chris Moffatt.

IC Resources is currently collaborating with a client near Luton who is seeking an Electronics Design Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. • Duration: 3 to 6 months • Onsite presence required: 2-3 days per week Key experience required: • Hardware Design • Firmware Design • Analogue Design • Microcontroller in C • Filtering/Sensors If you would be interested or know someone who would be a great fit, please get in touch with Keagan Impey at IC Resources.

Senior Electronics Engineer An exciting opportunity as a Senior Electronics Engineer is available at an industry leading environmental measurement company based just outside of Oxford. the Senior Electronics Engineer will be responsible for the design and oversight of various new sensor and data capturing systems as well as the chance to shape the general electronics direction of the entire business. The ideal Senior Electronics Engineer will have; • proven analogue and digital design experience • experience in low level embedded system design • familiarity with microcontroller programming in C and/or C++ • skills in PCB schematic design For more information or to apply for the position of Senior Electronic Design Engineer please contact Michael Burns-Peake on Linkedin

Principal Electronics Engineer An exciting opportunity has opened up for an Principal Electronics Engineer based in Cambridge, focusing on baseband processing for advanced wireless communication systems. This role centres on the design and development of baseband circuits, playing a key part in delivering reliable and efficient telecommunications solutions. As part of the team, you will work on the PCB design and integration of analog and digital circuits specifically related to baseband processing. You will also be involved in signal processing, working with high-speed interfaces, and ensuring robust signal integrity. Additionally, the role will involve programming and optimising embedded systems using C, C++, and Python to support baseband functionality within wireless products. The ideal Electronics Engineer will have experience in: • PCB design and development • Analog and digital circuit design with a focus on baseband processing • Signal processing and high-speed digital design • RF front-end and baseband interface design • Embedded systems programming using C, C++, and Python • Experience with telecommunications standards and wireless communication protocols • Familiarity with power integrity and signal integrity analysis for high-speed designs • Knowledge of modulation techniques and filter design for baseband signals If you're interested in the position of Principal Electronics Engineer, please apply or contact Chris Moffatt.

Are you a meticulous Software Test Engineer - Electronic Products with a passion for ensuring the highest quality in electronic products? A well-known electronic OEM company is seeking a talented individual to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique chance to shape the future of innovative products by ensuring their software features are flawless. In this position, the successful candidate will be responsible for creating and executing tests for new software features on cutting-edge products. Initially, these tests will be conducted manually, providing a thorough understanding of the system. Subsequently, these tests will be automated using Python, ensuring efficiency and consistency in the testing process. Additionally, the role involves performing Regression testing to maintain the integrity of the software with each new update. The ideal candidate for this Software Test Engineer - Electronic Products, will possess the following skills and experience: - Proficiency in Python for test automation - Strong understanding of software testing methodologies - Experience in testing software for electronic products - Experience in creating and executing manual tests - Familiarity with Regression testing processes - Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail - Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and is eager to contribute to the development of high-quality electronic products. The company values continuous learning and professional growth, offering ample opportunities for career advancement. The company fosters a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, ensuring all employees feel valued and motivated. You will need to be in the office 3 days a week, on average, to use their lab/equipment to run the tests. If you are a dedicated Software Test Engineer - Electronic Products with a keen eye for detail and a drive to excel, this role is your chance to make a significant impact on this company's electronic products. Apply now to embark on a rewarding career with a forward-thinking company. If you have any specific questions about this Software Test Engineer - Electronic Products please contact David on [Telephone number removed] . To apply email -

Job Title: Trainee Test Technician Location: Rochester. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £24,773 - Salary increases to £30,226 after successful completion of training What you'll be doing: You will join the scheme and spend six months learning a cross section of test aspects. You'll receive experience in test sections across four different manufacturing areas of the business; you'll also receive tuition in running a test, use of test equipment and some fundamentals of video signals and interfaces. On successful completion you will become a Test Technician For most of the six months training, you will be learning on section, with colleagues to tutor/coach you. You will be testing product under supervision, gradually moving to diagnosing faults. You will learn hand skills and if adept may also be changing defective components at some stage. You will be using our electronic aids and gradually interpreting specifications If successful, the role of a Test Technician is to: perform acceptance tests on our products, using a variety of test equipment and has an ability to diagnose faults within complex circuits. A Test Technician may also be able to rework product and assemble/inspect Your skills and experiences: A BTEC/NVQ level 2 or 3 qualification in Engineering/Electronics or equivalent electronics experience is essential A higher electronics qualification would be advantageous Excellent written and verbal communication with attention to detail Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Test Technician team: This role will provide you with the opportunity to utilise your current qualifications and experience to develop into a fully-fledged Technician, and work with high technology BAE products such as Pilots Helmets, Head up Displays, Flight Control Computers, Sticks and Throttles. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 17th January 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-CK1 #LI-Hybrid

Research and Development Engineer Colchester £35,000 - £50,000 + Progression + Training + Growing Company + Pension + 25 Holidays A brilliant role in a leading company on offer where you can use autonomy to write your own script and play an influential part in the company's growth and future plans. This company are leaders in the automation industry. They have grown exponentially over the last couple of years and are looking to continue their exciting growth with the addition of a Research and Development Engineer. In this role you will work on challenging problems and present new ideas to the engineering team suggesting new feature developments for a range of automotive systems. Showcasing your skills with Analogue & Digital Electronics Design, PCB Design and Power Electronics will be a big part of the technical side of the role. Other duties include investigate new opportunities for the company, reverse engineer a product and provide solutions to rectify issues with a product. The ideal candidate will be an experienced R & D Engineer with both hardware and software knowledge and experience of working with Analogue & Digital Electronic Design, PCB Design and Power Electronics. You will ideally have a degree in electronics or automotive engineering and be commutable to Colchester. An exciting role for someone to join an international business and create their own path in a company that offers, trust progression and an overall great working environment. The Role: • Work on challenging problems and present new ideas to the engineering team • Suggest new feature developments for a range of automotive systems • Showcase skills in Analogue & Digital Electronics Design, PCB Design, and Power Electronics • Investigate new opportunities for the company • Reverse engineer products and provide solutions to rectify issues The Person: • Experienced R&D Engineer with hardware and software knowledge • Proficient in Analogue & Digital Electronic Design, PCB Design, and Power Electronics • Ideally holds a degree in electronics or automotive engineering • Must be commutable to Colchester

Managing the development of super-fast electronics Looking for a new management challenge in a rapidly growing and highly successful company? This role might be a good choice for an experienced hardware-engineer-turned-manager able to make a long-term contribution to the success of this team as their business expands globally. This company develops ultra-high-speed electronics and software for bespoke use within a competitive and fast moving business sector. Their technology is at the forefront in this field and they continuously strive to further improve its performance by leveraging the latest silicon and coding techniques. We are seeking an accomplished Engineering Manager with excellent project and people management skills coupled with a strong technical understanding of high speed electronics and FPGA-based development. To succeed in this role, you will be pragmatic and collaborative by nature, with strong organisational skills and the ability to foster communication between the development teams and the end users of their work. Your industry background will have given you an acute appreciation for the issues that can arise in hardware development and the importance of good design and thorough testing to prevent expensive errors. You will need: An impressive track record of building and leading teams in developing high speed mission-critical electronics. You are easy to work with and have excellent collaboration skills - while you have achievements to boast and experience to call upon, you naturally prefer a more co-operative approach and value others' input. A solid academic background and strong knowledge of high speed electronics design and FPGA development. Full existing UK work permission. Not essential, but experience within the semiconductor devices industry would be a bonus. The company is driven by success, but moreover by the ability that this success gives them to affect change for good. They contribute directly to good causes, and feel a strong sense of responsibility for developing and nurturing their employees. The team is based in modern offices in Cambridge, and remote working is available for up to two days per week. Keywords: Project Management, People Management, High Speed Electronics, FPGA Another top job from ECM, the high-tech recruitment experts. Even if this job's not quite right, do contact us now - we may well have the ideal job for you. To discuss your requirements call [Telephone number removed] or email your CV. We will always ask before forwarding your CV. Please apply (quoting ref: TJ27316 ) only if you are eligible to live and work in the UK. By submitting your details you certify that the information you provide is accurate.

A broad engineering skill set needed for this challenging QA role In this varied role, you will apply your initiative and QA experience to the evaluation of innovative sensor designs, becoming expert in these devices and adept at finding ways to validate and characterise them. You might typically be involved in developing the mechanical, electronic and software aspects of the test environment, carrying out automated and manual test campaigns and device characterisation, helping to troubleshoot any issues that may arise, and creating and maintaining relevant documentation. You will need good familiarity with standard electronics test equipment (multi-meters, oscilloscopes etc.), and be confident designing fixtures or jigs, preferably using a CAD package such as SolidWorks. You should also be comfortable working with circuit boards and sensors, and authoring or modifying automated test software. A competitive salary and benefits package will be available to the successful candidate, who will join a friendly and supportive team. This role would suit an engineer with a broad skillset and inventive turn of mind, it offers a variety of interesting challenges and opportunities for creative thought, and the chance to make a major impact to this ambitious and growing company. Keywords: Electronics Test, Software Test, Data Analysis, Python, Sensors, Cambridge. Another top job from ECM, the high-tech recruitment experts. Even if this job's not quite right, do contact us now - we may well have the ideal job for you. To discuss your requirements call [Telephone number removed] or email your CV. We will always ask before forwarding your CV. Please apply (quoting ref: TJ27319 ) only if you are eligible to live and work in the UK. By submitting your details you certify that the information you provide is accurate.