Electronics Design Engineer (Test)

Job Description:

The opportunity:

Are you interested in developing test equipment for some of the most cutting-edge defence and aerospace projects in the UK? If you like the sound of developing test equipment for projects such as the Eurofighter Typhoon jet, then Leonardo would like to hear from you.

We are looking for experienced Principal Test Equipment Engineers to join our well established test engineering community at our Edinburgh based site as well as in our brand new Newcastle office. You will help us continue our industry leading contribution to projects in our Radar, Advanced Targeting and Surveillance teams.

For more information on Leonardo's world first radar testing breakthrough have a look here :

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What you’ll do as an experienced Electronics Design Engineer:

Key contributor to the creation and delivery of the technical solution within a defined work package area, ensuring that it meets all stakeholder requirementsEstablish and mature stakeholder needs, associating/attributing priority, interest, influence and trading-off needs to determine optimum capability to solve stakeholders’ problemsWork closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure architecture alignment with other elements of the programme.Ensure the application of appropriate tools / techniques for test equipment design by the team, providing advice in own area of expertiseResolve emerging issues by proposing and driving through solutions, escalating more complex risks and supporting definition of opportunities and risk mitigation optionsFoster relationships and networks within and outside the line of business, actively seeking out opportunities and promoting a culture for adoption of best practiceDevelop, coach, mentor, teach, and upskill other engineers in the wider application of engineering.

What we need from you:

Industry experience of operating as a Electronics Design Engineer at a Senior level.

Experience in the following areas will help you stand out:

Demonstrated experience of technical solution development within a multi-disciplinary teamExperience in capturing and analysing stakeholder needs to help guide the development of solutions capable of meeting the needs of future operational environmentsIndustry experience in the full design lifecycleStrong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with an ability to influence and adapt according to changing demands. Experience of working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders from a wide range of organisations, disciplines, backgrounds and levels of seniority, including managing relationships with customers and/or suppliers. Ability to maintain engineering best practice, including looking externally to sources such as academia or other industriesDemonstrated ability to coach and develop othersSelf-motivated with an aptitude for problem solving and driving difficult issues to conclusion

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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.

Pension: Award winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contributionFlexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to usCompany 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 yearWellbeing: 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, Reservists, Carers)Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work schemeTraining: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via CourseraReferral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family memberBonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below