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Join BAE Systems as a Senior or Principal Hardware Engineer based in Milton Regis, Sittingbourne. In this role, you will become a valued member of a global colleague network, bringing your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You will be trusted to play a vital part in delivering advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace, and security solutions of tomorrow.
As part of our hardware engineering team, you will typically be responsible for the design, development, and testing of complex electronic hardware systems from initial concept through to manufacture and deployment. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will ensure that all engineering outputs meet rigorous industry standards, technical specifications, and project timelines. Your day-to-day duties will generally involve schematic capture, PCB layout, technical documentation, design reviews, and troubleshooting hardware issues to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions for our clients.
We are looking for a dedicated engineering professional with a strong background in hardware design and development within the defence, aerospace, or a related high-reliability sector. Candidates should possess a relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience, alongside a proven track record of technical problem-solving and collaboration within engineering environments.
The salary for this position is £46,437 per year. Join us to develop your career while contributing to critical projects that shape the future of security and technology.
Responsibilities for the Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer position typically include:
- Designing, developing, and testing complex electronic hardware and systems.
- Producing detailed technical documentation, schematics, and design specifications.
- Participating in rigorous design reviews and technical risk assessments.
- Collaborating with software, systems, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless product integration.
- Troubleshooting, testing, and validating hardware prototypes to ensure full compliance with project requirements.
- Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to continuous improvement within the engineering department.
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