Skills
Electronic Hardware Design
Electronic Subsystem Development
Hardware Architecture
Schematic Capture
Electronic Component Selection
Hardware Design Lifecycle Management
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Defence Electronics Engineering
GPS Anti-Jam Technology
Positioning, Navigation and Timing Systems
GPS Anti-Jam
Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT)
Summary
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An advanced engineering organization is seeking an experienced electronics engineer to lead the design and development of sophisticated hardware subsystems for mission-critical applications. You will oversee hardware architecture and schematic development, guide designs from concept to production, and work closely with multidisciplinary teams. The position focuses on advanced navigation, positioning, and interference-resistant satellite navigation technologies in a defence-oriented environment. Hybrid working is available, subject to a minimum of three onsite days per week.
Highlights
Take ownership of complex electronic hardware designs from concept through production while contributing to advanced defence technologies. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, influence technical direction, and develop mission-critical systems for international customers. Hybrid working is available, with a minimum of three days onsite each week.
Description
Date Posted:
2026-10-08
Country:
United Kingdom
Location:
Harlow, Essex
Position Role Type:
Onsite
Senior Electronics Engineer
Harlow | Hybrid Working (Minimum 3 Days On Site)
Design cutting-edge defence technology that protects mission-critical operations worldwide.
Raytheon UK is seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer to join our high-performing Assured Position, Navigation and Timing (APNT) team.
Working at the forefront of digital GPS Anti-Jam technology, you'll play a pivotal role in developing advanced electronic systems that support defence and military customers across the globe.
This is an opportunity for an experienced electronics engineer to take ownership of complex hardware designs from concept through to production, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and influencing the future direction of innovative defence solutions.
What You'll Be Doing
Lead the design and development of advanced electronic subsystems and hardware architecturesDrive schematic capture, component selection, PCB design support, circuit simulation and verification activitiesWork closely with Systems, Software, RF and Mechanical Engineering teams to deliver integrated solutionsDevelop requirements and ensure designs meet relevant defence and industry standardsSupport products through prototype, integration, testing and production phasesProduce technical documentation and present designs at reviewsMentor and support junior engineers within the team
What You'll Bring
Extensive experience designing embedded digital electronics and microprocessor-based systems
Strong knowledge of:
FPGA and SoC technologiesADC/DAC devicesSRAM and Flash memoryHigh-speed digital interfaces (LVDS, JESD)Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART and RS422
Experience taking hardware designs from prototype through to manufacture
Understanding of signal integrity, power integrity and design-for-manufacture principles
Ability to analyse complex technical challenges and communicate solutions effectively
Eligibility for, or current holding of, SC Security Clearance
Desirable Experience
Xilinx FPGA technologiesMentor Xpedition and SPICE toolsMATLAB/Simulink modellingDO-254 compliant developmentAPNT or similar defence-domain systemsEnvironmental qualification testing including EMC, vibration and shock
Why Raytheon UK?
Join a team delivering next-generation navigation and anti-jamming technologies that make a real difference on the modern battlefield.
You'll work on technically challenging projects, collaborate with industry-leading engineers, and help shape innovative solutions that enhance national security.
Ready to make your mark on mission-critical defence technology? Apply today.
Benefits:
£: Competitive salary Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution) 6 times salary ‘Life Assurance’ with pension 25 days holiday (increasing with service) + statutory public holidays, plus opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days (37hr) Company bonus scheme (discretionary) Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes, including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work amongst others Enhanced sick pay Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave
Work Culture
37hr working week, although hours may vary depending on role, job requirement or site-specific arrangements.
Early 1.30pm finish Friday, start your weekend early! Remote, hybrid and site based working opportunities, dependant on your needs and the requirements of the role.
Up to 5 paid days volunteering each year.
Flexible working culture focused on output, with more formal flexible working arrangements on request (assessed subject to role) - please highlight any requests to the Talent Acquisition team.
RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment.
All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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