Job Description
hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.
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Job Description:
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Your Impact
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Are you an experienced Hardware Engineer that would like to aid in the delivery of high-performance hardware that forms part of our Surveillance RADAR systems?
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If so, we would love to hear from you. In this role, you will experience the full engineering lifecycle within Leonardo assisting with requirement and architecture definition and maturation, the design of new novel PCB level electronics and work with the wider project team to support integration and qualification of product
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What you’ll bring
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- nProvide design of product within the Electronics Hardware discipline, to ensure successful delivery / transfer to production.n
- nEnsure engineering design is best practice by following Company and Engineering life cycle processes.n
- nDesign engineering solutions taking into account all requirements such as product quality, safety, reliability and testabilityn
- nCreate work package plans, advising on optimum team size/capability mix and reporting against the teams work programmes including analysis of riskn
- nResolve routine and complex technical and delivery issues within engineering, related to defined work package assignments, and in accordance with local team engineering plans and processes.n
- nCommunicate non-routine technical and delivery issues to by local engineering team or direct line management with resolution proposals.n
- nSupport a culture of innovation within the local team, engineering discipline, and wider business that creates solutions to project and business problems.n
- nPromote a culture of best practice sharing and knowledge exploitationn
- nContribute to local team and Engineering Unit decision makingn
- nParticipate in continuous improvement activities to develop skills and competencies within the individual’s own engineering discipline and wider project.n
- nMay supervise an Engineer or Senior Engineern
- nParticipate in self-development activities to improve Skills & Competencies in the specific engineering discipline and wider projectn
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The skills and experience we are looking for:
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- nHigher education approved STEM qualification at degree level as a minimum or equivalent as recognised by professional accreditation schemesn
- nCircuit design (schematic capture) layout and simulation practitioner experience.n
- nMixed signal knowledge using ADC/DAC, FPGA, SoC based design for high performance signal processing, communications and control.n
- nIntegrating in-house designs with COTS modules (power supplies, single board computers, RF interfaces)n
- nAnalysing system level requirements documents and understanding their application to Hardware designsn
- nGood domain knowledge of high-speed serial communication links and knowledge of associated protocols and architectures, Power Supply Design and Analogue Designn
- nHands on experience of Hardware, Firmware & Software Integration of Micro Processor Based designs onto hardware platforms is essentialn
- nDebugging, testing and verification of new designs and supporting their commissioning and integration into the target systemn
- nAbility to liaise with suppliers of key components and assembliesn
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Security Clearance
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This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).
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Why join us
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At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
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- nTime to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.n
- nSecure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.n
- nYour Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).n
- nRewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.n
- nNever Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.n
- nRefer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.n
- nTailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.n
- nFlexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.n
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For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.
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Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.
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At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.
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Be part of something bigger – apply now!
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Primary Location:
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GB – Edinburgh
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Additional Locations:
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GB – Newcastle
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Contract Type:
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Employee-Permanent
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Hybrid Working:
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Hybrid
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