Electronics Engineer

In this position you will be responsible for all aspects of the electronics design and development activities required for the UK VS programs. Your responsibilities will range from managing and growing the electronics engineering group, including hiring team new members, and making recommendations on resource approaches to support current and future programs.

As part of this role, you will be key in helping develop the electronics systems architecture for programs, ensure that the electronics design and development tasks meet the needs of the programs and are performed to a high standard, in accordance with the electronics Standard Work. You will also be responsible for the technical training and development of the electronics staff, as well as their continuous appraisals.

The Electronics Engineering lead will need to work closely with the VS programme and Integrated Product Team (IPT) leads to ensure tasks are adequately resourced and completed on schedule. Resource plans shall be maintained and updated regularly in support of VS senior leadership reviews.

You will assist with new business opportunities and develop key customer relationships. You will also contribute to the development of the VS electronics engineering strategy, including a technology roadmap and new business opportunities in conjunction with Business Development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure there is a clear resource plan in place that covers all current and planned programmes. Ensure key milestones are identified and met. Work with IPTLs to identify problems early and assist in resolution.

• Technical oversight of electronics design and development tasks

• Develop design solutions to support program needs

• Provision of training and monitoring to ensure adherence to Standard Work

• Identification of strategic needs and opportunities for the VS

• Identify new technologies and drive technology development programs

• Assist in the creation of customer proposals and presentations for new business opportunities

• Assist to resolve production test failures and introduce corrective actions

• Assist to address electronic component obsolescence

• Technical development and appraisal of staff

• Work in collaboration with other Value Streams to identify synergies, best practices and opportunities.

Skills and Experience:

• Qualified to Degree level in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Chartered Engineering status

• Experience within an Aerospace environment or engineering experience within transport, nuclear, military, automotive or other safety related industries

• Structured and organised; good planning, reporting and communication skills

• Knowledge of both Analogue and Firmware design using VHDL

• System/Circuit simulation using MATLAB/SIMULINK/SPICE/SABER

• Knowledge of electromechanical drives using brushless motors

• Meet criteria required for military security clearance

About Us

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest problems and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Our benefits package includes a competitive base salary as well as 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, as well as private dental & healthcare. In addition, there is an Employee Assistance Programme, ability to buy and sell holidays, cycle to work scheme, employee discounts and a fantastic pension scheme which operates a double match.

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

Please note that potential candidates will be subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and background checks and that project access restrictions may apply to some nationalities.