Principal Electronics Engineer

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Defence & Military Systems

Inovative engineering that protects lives.

We are seeking a Principal Electronics Engineer to provide technical leadership across land and maritime defence programmes, shaping electronics that support surveillance, fire control, ground‑based air defence (GBAD), and Counter‑UAS systems operating in the most demanding operational environments.

This is a senior, hands‑on role for an engineer who wants their expertise to directly influence important military capability, whilst mentoring others to the highest engineering standards.

What you'll be working on

You will help lead the development and evolution of advanced defence systems, including:

Surveillance, targeting, and tracking systems for land environments
Fire control and electro‑optical systems, supporting precision engagement at sea
Counter‑UAS architectures, integrating sensors, power systems, control electronics and processing
Complex EO, radar‑adjacent, power management, and control electronics designed to operate reliably in harsh, EMC‑challenged military environmentsYou will act as a technical authority, setting best practice across electronics and electrical engineering within a 15‑strong engineering team, while leading high‑profile defence projects from concept to in‑service support.

Your role

Define, review, and own system‑level electrical and electronic architectures
Lead circuit design, PCB development, power management, and signal integrity
Drive R&D and future technology development for next‑generation defence systems
Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to engineers across disciplines
Engage with senior management, defence primes, and end customers during delivery and bid activitiesWhat you bring

10+ years' experience in electronics or electrical engineering
Strong background in defence, aerospace, or highly regulated environments
Proven expertise in PCB‑level design, EMC, power systems, and fault investigation
Demonstrable leadership of complex, multidisciplinary engineering programmes
A mindset focused on resilience, reliability, and mission successWhy join?

Work on real, deployed military systems, not theoretical designs
37.5 hour working week with Friday lunchtime finishes
28 days annual leave + Christmas closure
Pension, well being, and reward schemes
Excellent learning and development opportunities in advanced defence technologySecurity Clearance Required
Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance, including UK residency for the last five years.

If you want your engineering to have real operational impact, this is your opportunity to lead from the front
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Location:
Woking
Salary:
£75,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Military/Emergency/Government

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