Electronic Architect

MBDA; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electronic Architect to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of electronic products through innovative design and development. You will engage in research activities, define architectures, and ensure that complex customer requirements are met. The company promotes a collaborative environment with flexible working arrangements, allowing you to thrive while contributing to mission-critical projects. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make an impact in the defense sector, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company Bonus up to 21%

Pension contributions up to 14%

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals

Free car parking

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree level education in Electronics with significant experience.
• Strong understanding of digital and power electronics.

Responsibilities

• Define electronic and electrical architecture for equipment.
• Manage technical elements to ensure timely delivery of solutions.

Skills

Digital electronics

Microprocessor systems

Power electronics

Design for safety critical environments

Handling sensitive customer data

Software development techniques

Thermal management techniques

System on Chip technologies

RF and Signal Processing

Software Defined Radio

Education

Degree in Electronics or equivalent

Job description

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 have the chance to actively participate in research and development activities, shaping future strategies and roadmaps for our Electronic Products and solutions!

Job Title: Electronic Architect

Salary: Circa £70,000 depending on experience

Location: Stevenage (we may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: We trust our people to agree, within their teams, where and when they can be most effective. Our Dynamic Working policy allows individuals flexibility around the hours they work and where they work. Hybrid working is available subject to project needs and agreement with line manager.

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. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

The opportunity:

Your role will involve defining the electronic and electrical architecture of the equipment, conducting analysis and decomposition to lower-level requirements for sub-elements, and ensuring that challenging customer requirements are met within the constraints of limited physical space and harsh operating environments.

Working closely with the Engineering Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing all technical elements of Electronic Equipment's to ensure impeccable 'On Time, On Cost, On Quality' delivery of the technical solution.

Effective communication skills are vital as you will frequently engage with both stakeholders and customers. It is also important to possess strong influencing skills, leadership qualities, and a comprehensive understanding of customers' requirements. Having drive, proactivity, and the ability to make decisions and adjust in a constantly evolving and ambitious setting are essential for excelling in this position.

What we're looking for from you:

• 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. As would, experience in EMC and Environmental design.

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Our company:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

What we can offer you:

• Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more
• Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities

Our Business:

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more.

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.