Job Description:

Lead electronic sub-system design in the defence & aerospace sector, taking complex engineering products from concept through to production. This opportunity offers technical leadership responsibility across the full product lifecycle.

Where you will work
The role is based in Hertfordshire with a hybrid working arrangement (3 day per week on site). This is a permanent, full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers delivering electronic sub-system design and technical definition.
• Guide development from early feasibility and technology assessment through detailed design, qualification and certification.
• Support the transition of products into production, ensuring quality, cost and delivery requirements are met.
• Work with manufacturing, mechanical design and other engineering teams to resolve technical challenges and maintain progress.
• Coordinate technical activities, manage stakeholders and oversee delivery against agreed plans and budgets.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of technical requirements, product configuration and lifecycle management.
• Ability to lead, develop and motivate engineers while managing competing priorities.
• Experience planning and controlling engineering work packages, budgets and delivery schedules.
• Confidence working with stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing and other business functions.
• A relevant degree is desirable, alongside substantial experience in electronic design and product development.
• British nationality is required for this opportunity.

Benefits and balance
The position offers a base salary in the region of £50,000, depending on experience
Rewards extend beyond pay with:

• Performance-related bonus and pension provision.
• Additional leave and flexible working options.
• Enhanced family leave arrangements.
• Healthcare support and wellbeing benefits.
• Practical site facilities including subsidised meals and parking.

Interested in applying?
Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be eligible to obtain SC security clearance.
Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to high-technology industries. Thank you for your interest. If you do not hear from us within seven working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You may resubmit your CV or details in the future and we shall assess your suitability then.