Electronics Engineer

Sunshine Irrigation & Light Inc.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology firm in Bristol is seeking a Contract Electronics Engineer to develop low-power electronic designs. The ideal candidate will have 5 to 10 years of experience in aerospace electronics design and be comfortable working in a collaborative R&D environment. This role offers competitive pay and flexible location options.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience designing electronics for aerospace.
• Detailed knowledge of ATEX regulations.
• Ability to solve complex problems and conduct investigations.

Responsibilities

• Develop electronics designs for sensors and equipment.
• Develop and test prototypes of electronic circuits.
• Work with engineers to integrate designs with other components.

Skills

Design of electronics for aerospace applications

Programming of embedded microprocessors

Technical report writing

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Job description

Contract Electronics Engineer – Up to £60 ph Bristol (but flexibility on location), Outside IR35, 6 to 12 month contract

Melbreck Technical are working with a leading designer and manufacturer in the Aerospace sector. Due to continued growth, they are expanding their technical capability and are looking for a Principal Electronics R&D Engineer to join on a contract basis ASAP.

The role is full‑time and based in our Bristol, UK office, working with a small R&D team on new technology developments. You will be crucial in the business, responsible for developing low‑power electronics designs to support our novel technology developments.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop electronics designs for sensors and other equipment of an aircraft.
• Develop and test prototypes of electronic circuits.
• Analyse circuit designs for compliance against relevant industrial and aerospace standards.
• Work with mechanical and software engineers to integrate electronics and circuit designs with other components and the wider system.
• Work with suppliers to integrate electronics designs into their equipment.
• Work with customers to integrate equipment into test rigs.

Required background and experience:

• Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering (preferred). Aerospace Engineering or other relevant technical or scientific subject also considered.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in design of electronics for aerospace applications.
• Detailed knowledge of ATEX and related regulations, including BS EN IEC 60079, AC 25.981‑1D.
• Programming of embedded microprocessors.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and conduct investigations.
• Proficiency in technical report writing and presentations.

Desirable experience:

• Previous experience with sensor design and sensor networks.
• Knowledge of specific Aerospace standards, ARP4754, ARP4761 and ARINC611.
• Experience with a wide range of testing, from bench and lab tests to large‑scale ground and flight testing.

Seniorities:

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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