Electronics Engineer

Copello is seeking an experienced Senior Electronics Engineer to join a leading defence organisation in Buckinghamshire on an initial 6-month contract. This role will be instrumental in managing the development and delivery of advanced electronic sub-systems for defence applications.

Key Responsibilities Within This Role Include:

• Lead the design, development, and integration of electronic sub-systems.
• Perform testing, characterisation, and verification of prototype designs.
• Work hands-on with laboratory test equipment including VNAs, RF spectrum analysers, and oscilloscopes.
• Manage aspects of project engineering, ensuring electronic solutions meet performance, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Support system-level integration and troubleshooting of electronic designs.
• Deliver electronic subsystems from prototype through to production readiness.

The successful Electronic Engineer will require the following skills and experience:

• Proven background in electronic design engineering within RF, high-speed digital, or power supply electronics.
• Strong knowledge of RF technologies and RF antenna systems.
• Practical experience in the use of electronic test equipment (VNA, spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes).
• Previous involvement in the full product development lifecycle, from design through to verification and delivery.
• Ability to contribute to both technical engineering and project engineering activities.

• Experience within the defence or aerospace sector.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and compliance requirements.

The role will require the successful candidate to have active SC or be eligible for SC clearance. -

The role will require onsite working for 4 days a week. Position is INSIDE IR35 and paying circa -80 per hour.