At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and test advanced radar systems for airport safety.
- Company: Moog, a trusted leader in innovative technology.
- Benefits: 33 days leave, competitive pension, life assurance, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Inclusive culture with strong career development and growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a collaborative team and work on cutting-edge hardware engineering projects.
- Qualifications: Degree or equivalent in Electronics or Electrical Engineering; hands-on lab experience.
Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.
Join us at the forefront of radar innovation. We're looking for a Junior Hardware Engineer to help develop advanced 79GHz and 94GHz radar systems used for Foreign Object Debris (FOD) detection in airport environments. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers on cutting-edge RF, mmWave, and digital hardware from design through to deployment.
What You'll Do
- Support the design, prototyping and testing of RF, mmWave and mixed-signal hardware.
- Perform lab validation using VNAs, spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes and other test equipment.
- Assist with antenna integration, performance testing and troubleshooting.
- Support FCC/CE compliance and certification activities.
- Develop test fixtures, procedures and simple automation tools using Python or MATLAB.
- Contribute to product improvements, manufacturing transfer and field trials.
What We're Looking For
- Degree, HNC/HND, BTEC or equivalent in Electronics, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Knowledge of RF fundamentals and electronic hardware design.
- Hands-on laboratory experience from projects, internships or industry.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- A collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn new technologies.
If you're passionate about hardware engineering and ready to build the next generation of radar systems, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Join Moog?
- A culture built on trust, collaboration and innovation.
- Long-term career development opportunities.
- 33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays).
- Competitive pension contribution starting at 6%.
- Life assurance cover.
- Employee share scheme.
- Flexible benefits package.
- A supportive environment where your ideas and contributions matter.
We believe our people are our greatest strength. Moog is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We know that diverse perspectives create better solutions, stronger teams and greater innovation.
This role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance and successful candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain this clearance. If clearance cannot be obtained, any offer of employment may be withdrawn on national security grounds.
Junior Hardware Engineer in Luton employer: Moog
As a leading employer in the aerospace sector, we offer Manufacturing Engineers a dynamic and innovative work environment where cutting-edge technology meets high-performance machining. Our commitment to employee development is reflected in our comprehensive training programmes and career advancement opportunities, ensuring that you can grow alongside our pioneering projects. Located in a vibrant area with a strong aerospace community, we foster a collaborative culture that values creativity and excellence, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
