Hardware Engineers - Senior & Principal

Location: Castleham Rd, Hastings, Saint Leonards-on-sea TN38, UK

Employment Type: Full-time

Company Description

General Dynamics Mission Systems engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products, and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of more than 13,000 top professionals, we partner with industry leaders to expand innovation in defense and scientific fields. In the UK, we lead in avionics and communication systems. We value trust, honesty, alignment, and transparency. Our St Leonards-on-Sea site provides avionic mission computing systems for military jets, helicopters, and UAVs. We are developing next-generation high-performance, safety-critical mission computer systems to meet the needs of new aircraft platforms. These systems integrate aircraft, sensor, and store management systems with information and control systems for aircrew operational needs.

Job Description

Due to business growth and new projects, we are seeking a senior hardware engineer to join our team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading avionics product development across digital, analog, and power electronics.
• Overseeing the entire product development lifecycle from conceptual design to system integration.
• Designing and developing electronic circuits and systems that meet performance, reliability, and cost targets.
• Integrating electronic components and systems into larger products.
• Managing project timelines, resources, and deliverables.
• Mentoring junior engineers and guiding project teams.
• Ensuring designs comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a qualification in hardware, electronics, or electronic systems engineering. Experience in defense, avionics, aerospace, or naval systems is preferred but not essential. You should also possess:

• A solid understanding of electronics engineering challenges.
• Knowledge of the development lifecycle from requirements to production, including design, schematic capture, analysis, commissioning, and integration.

Professional registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng or equivalent) is desirable but not mandatory. We support employees in attaining CEng status and offer further study assistance for degrees or master's qualifications.

Additional Information

Starting salary will depend on experience. We have positions for Senior Hardware Engineer and Principal Hardware Engineer. This role offers flexible working options, including working from home and in-office presence (minimum 3 days per week), or fully in-office in St Leonards-on-Sea. Relocation assistance may be available for eligible UK-based applicants. We offer an attractive benefits package, including:

• A nine-day fortnight with every other Friday off.
• A personalized career development plan with regular reviews.
• A flexible working environment with recognition and rewards.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident Employer and support applicants with disabilities through our DC scheme. All applicants must be able to obtain UK security clearance and pass right-to-work checks.