Hardware Engineer

We are seeking a HARDWARE ENGINEER to support an advanced research and development programme within the space sector. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of next-generation electronic hardware, supporting the upgrade of a processor-based subsystem for a satellite application. A key focus of the role will be the design, development, integration, and verification of a Power Interface Control Board (PICB) that will form part of the upgraded architecture.

• Support the design, development and validation of a Power Interface Control Board (PICB) for an upgraded processor subsystem.
• Produce electronic hardware designs from concept through to detailed implementation.
• Develop schematics, component selections and supporting technical documentation.
• Perform power distribution, power integrity and interface analysis.
• Support board-level integration, hardware bring-up and functional verification activities.
• Conduct design reviews and provide technical input throughout the development lifecycle.
• Define and execute hardware verification and qualification test plans.
• Investigate and resolve hardware issues identified during development and testing.
• Collaborate closely with systems, firmware, software and integration teams.
• Ensure compliance with relevant quality, reliability and engineering standards.
• Support prototype builds and hardware development activities with manufacturing partners.

• Strong electronic hardware design experience, particularly in digital and mixed-signal systems.
• Experience designing power management and power distribution circuitry.
• Schematic capture and PCB design tool experience (e.g. Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro, Mentor Graphics).
• Understanding of DC-DC converters, voltage regulation and power sequencing.
• Knowledge of processor-based architectures and hardware interfaces.
• Experience with hardware integration, debugging and fault-finding techniques.
• Familiarity with laboratory test equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analysers and power analysers.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and translate them into robust hardware solutions.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

• Degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience in the development of complex electronic hardware for high-reliability applications.
• Proven experience supporting board-level development from concept through verification.
• Experience with power electronics or power control boards would be highly advantageous.
• Exposure to regulated industries such as space, aerospace, defence, rail, nuclear or automotive sectors is desirable.
• Experience working within R&D or new product development environments.
• Understanding of environmental testing, qualification activities and hardware lifecycle processes is beneficial.

• Knowledge of ECSS, IPC or equivalent engineering standards.
• Experience with in space or aerospace electronics programmes.
• Familiarity with radiation-tolerant or high-reliability electronic design practices.
• Understanding of FPGA, processor or embedded hardware platforms.

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