Electronic Architect

Overview

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Electronic Architect to join MBDA and contribute to the development of our world-class, precision product range. As part of the Electronic Engineering function, you will actively participate in research and development activities, shaping future strategies and roadmaps for our Electronic Products and solutions.

• Define the electronic and electrical architecture of the equipment.
• Conduct analysis and decomposition to lower-level requirements for sub-elements.
• Ensure that challenging customer requirements are met within the constraints of limited physical space and harsh operating environments.
• Collaborate with the Engineering Project Manager to manage all technical elements of Electronic Equipment, ensuring on-time, on-cost, and on-quality delivery of the technical solution.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and customers; demonstrate influencing skills, leadership, and a comprehensive understanding of customer requirements.
• Display drive, proactivity, and the ability to make decisions and adapt in a constantly evolving and ambitious setting.

• Ideally educated to degree level (or equivalent) with an Electronics bias and significant experience in the following areas:
• Digital electronics and microprocessor systems
• Power electronics for distributed power networks
• Design of equipment for safety critical environments
• Design of equipment for handling sensitive customer data
• Understanding of software and firmware development techniques
• Compact packaging and thermal management techniques for complex high-performance electronic equipment

Knowledge of internal computing design covering System on Chip technologies, RF, Signal Processing, and Software Defined Radio would be beneficial. Experience in EMC and Environmental design is also desirable.

• Company Bonus: up to 21% of base salary
• Pension: up to 14% total employer and employee contribution
• Flexible working: we welcome applicants seeking flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave; enhancements for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility treatment opportunities
• Facilities: site facilities including subsidised meals, car parking and more

Security Clearance:
British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. After offer, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.