Senior Electronic Systems Architect

Location: Saffron Walden (CB10)Type: PermanentHours: 9am - 5:30pm (Monday to Friday)Salary: Circa -85,000 depending on experienceJob Reference: 36349We are seeking a Senior Electronic Systems Architect for our growing technology business based in the South of Cambridge to help develop and deliver advanced EW capabilities for the defence sector. This is a senior technical role combining deep EW expertise with broad systems engineering knowledge, covering the full lifecycle from opportunity development and system architecture through to delivery, integration, trials and customer demonstrations.Security: UK DV and NATO Secret clearance required/obtainableResponsibilities:- Lead the technical development of EW systems, products and capabilities- Provide technical leadership across bids, proposals and engineering programmes- Define system architectures and work across RF/electronics, software, signal processing and FPGA disciplines- Identify technical risks, opportunities and dependencies and drive solutions- Help shape the organisation''s future EW technology and product roadmap- Engage with customers, government and defence industry stakeholders- Support UK and international trials, demonstrations and evaluations- Provide technical mentoring and expertise to the wider engineering teamRequirements:- Significant experience in EW systems architecture or systems engineering, ideally within defence or advanced technology- Strong EW knowledge covering threats, operational environments, principles and architectures- Technical depth in one or more areas including RF/electronics, software, signal processing, FPGA or systems engineering- Proven experience leading technically complex projects, product development or bids- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, technically challenging environment- Willingness and ability to obtain UK DV and NATO Secret clearanceDesirable:- Maritime EW experience- Experience of UK/international trials and demonstrations- Established defence industry or government network- Previous technical leadership or line management experiencePlease contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!