About the Role
Lead Electronics Engineer (High‑Power & RF Systems)Our client is an advanced engineering and technology organisation delivering mission‑critical electronics solutions in highly demanding environments, and is consistently recognised as a top employer for engineers in the UK. As a Lead Electronics Engineer, you will play a senior technical role in the design and development of high‑power electronic subsystems, working on next‑generation technologies used in defence, aerospace, and security applications.Based in Great Baddow with a hybrid working model (2–3 days onsite), this role offers the opportunity to act as a technical authority, guide delivery teams, and support the growth of advanced electronics capability within a fast‑paced, project‑driven environment.You’ll have the opportunity to:Act as a technical lead for high‑power and RF electronics developmentDesign and review analogue electronics for complex, real‑world systemsWork on advanced, next‑generation technologies within regulated environmentsProvide technical guidance across the full design and development lifecycleBuild strong relationships with customers, partners, and internal stakeholdersSupport bid activities and help shape technically deliverable programmesMentor and develop early‑career engineers within high‑performing teamsYour ResponsibilitiesAs a Lead Electronics Engineer, you will:Lead the design, development, and technical assurance of high‑power electronic subsystemsProvide subject‑matter expertise across analogue and RF electronics designSupervise and review technical work produced by engineers across the teamSupport system definition, trade studies, and design decision‑makingEngage with customers and partners to clarify technical requirements and constraintsContribute to bid responses and programme definition from a technical perspectivePromote best practice engineering standards and continuous improvementMentor junior and graduate engineers in a collaborative environmentKey RequirementsAs a Lead Electronics Engineer, you should have:Strong analogue electronics design experience at a mid‑ to senior‑levelBackground in RF products or RF‑adjacent electronic systemsExperience working on complex electronic systems in high‑reliability environmentsWillingness to work with emerging technologies and evolving system requirementsAbility to act as a technical authority within multi‑disciplinary teamsClear, effective communication skills for both technical and non‑technical audiencesEligibility to meet UK security and export control requirementsYou will gain exposure with:Working as a Lead Electronics Engineer, you will be involved in programmes spanning:High‑power electronics and RF subsystem developmentAdvanced defence, aerospace, and security technologiesEnd‑to‑end electronic system design in regulated environmentsYou will operate in an environment that combines:Cutting‑edge electronics engineeringReal‑world, mission‑critical system deliveryLong‑term technical development and engineering leadershipWhy Join?Take ownership of technically challenging, high‑impact electronics programmesDevelop your profile as a senior technical authority and engineering leaderWork on advanced systems that operate in demanding real‑world environmentsHybrid working model with a strong on‑site engineering culture in Great BaddowCompetitive salary range £60,000 – £75,000 depending on experienceInterested? Apply now.