Senior Electronics Engineer

At Filtronic, we design and manufacture advanced RF and microwave solutions that power critical communication networks across the globe. Working with leading technology partners, we are at the forefront of innovation in high-frequency electronics.

We are now looking for a talented Senior Electronics Engineer to join our Systems Engineering team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge RF and communications products.

You will play a key role in the design and development of advanced analogue and digital electronic systems .

Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate with RF, software and firmware engineers to develop and deliver high-performance solutions for applications across telecommunications, space, defence and high-altitude platforms .

You will take ownership of electronic designs from concept through to volume manufacture , using modern engineering tools and technologies.

Design and develop analogue and digital electronic circuits , including mixed-signal systems

Create signal conditioning circuits, filters, amplifiers, and power supply modules

Develop digital systems using microprocessors, ADCs, DACs, and associated logic

Produce detailed specifications, perform simulation, and support component selection

Capture schematics and define PCB requirements, including materials and stack-up

Work with interfaces such as PCIe, USB, Ethernet, CAN bus, I²C, and SPI

Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and communication issues

Perform system-level integration, verification, and validation testing

Prepare test specifications, reports, and reliability assessments

Collaborate across hardware, software, firmware, and RF teams

Participate in and lead design reviews to mitigate risks

Support product introduction, fault diagnosis, and diagnostic processes

Manage component obsolescence and recommend alternatives

Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry standards

Conduct thermal analysis, MTBF calculations, and tolerance analysis

Ensure designs meet performance, cost, quality, and manufacturability targets

You are a detail-oriented engineer with experience developing high-performance electronic systems in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

A degree in Electronic Engineering or in relevant subject, or equivalent experience

Strong experience in analogue and digital circuit design at component level

Experience with schematic capture and PCB design tools (Altium Designer desirable)

Familiarity with EMC/EMI design and testing principles

Experience using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analysers, and logic analysers

Experience in RF or microwave electronics

Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing and surface mount technologies

Work at the cutting edge of RF and wireless technology

Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and growing engineering team

Contribute to products used in telecoms, space, and defence applications

Opportunity to work across the full product lifecycle and make a real impact

At Filtronic, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to succeed. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We'll be happy to support you throughout your application journey.