Lead Hardware Engineer - UNB033

All.Space; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading satellite communications company in Reading is seeking a Mid-Senior Level Technical Project Leader to oversee hardware design and development. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in leading technical teams and projects in the hardware domain. This role focuses on managing system integration, ensuring compliance, and fostering professional growth within the team. Benefits include stock options, a contributory pension scheme, and other perks.

Benefits

Stock Options

Contributory Pension Scheme 3% standard

25 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Car Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)

Free On-Site Gym

Employee Assistance Programs

Discounts Platform

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in hardware design and development.
• At least 3 years in a technical leadership or hardware management role.
• Proven track record leading hardware subsystems to meet defined requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical projects and manage hardware subsystem requirements.
• Oversee hardware design, validation, and ensuring compliance.
• Foster a high-performance engineering culture and team development.

Skills

Leadership

Hardware design

Project management

Communication

Technical mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

Job description

Overview

ALL.SPACE is transforming satellite communications with next-generation smart terminal technology. We are looking for world-class talent to join our high-performing team working on cutting-edge technology in the satellite communications industry. We stand by our company values: INTEGRITY, INNOVATION & EXECUTION EXCELLENCE, giving you the opportunity to build your career in an environment where we encourage crisp decision-making, challenging the status-quo, championing your beliefs and ideas, sharing successes (and learning from failures) and working collaboratively with your fellow team members. ALL.SPACE is committed to practicing and promoting diversity, inclusion and equality in the workplace, and we aim to lead by example by making satellite communications a more inviting and accessible industry for all.

Visit our website to learn more. All.Space is transforming satellite communications with next-generation smart terminal technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Project Leadership: Serve as the technical lead and primary point of contact for hardware subsystem and system-level projects. Define technical requirements, specifications, and performance targets in coordination with systems engineering. Ensure all hardware designs meet or exceed subsystem-level specifications for performance, reliability, and compliance. Lead formal Critical Design Reviews (CDR) and Test Readiness Reviews (TRR) for each hardware subsystem to verify design maturity and readiness for validation testing. Plan and manage technical execution, resource allocation, and project milestones. Identify and mitigate technical and program risks throughout the product lifecycle. Collaborate with firmware, mechanical, manufacturing, and systems engineering teams to ensure cohesive integration.
• Hardware Design & Validation: Oversee schematic design, PCB layout, and component selection activities. Guide hardware bring-up, debugging, and system integration efforts. Review and approve design documentation, analysis, and verification reports. Develop and oversee subsystem-level test and validation plans. Ensure completion of TRRs prior to major verification or qualification testing. Support certification, regulatory compliance, and environmental qualification (e.g., EMI/EMC, thermal, vibration).
• Team & People Management: Manage the hardware engineering team, including staffing, workload planning, and performance management. Conduct regular one-on-ones, performance reviews, and career development discussions. Recruit, onboard, and train new hardware engineers and technicians. Provide mentoring and technical guidance to support professional growth and skill development. Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance engineering culture. Ensure effective communication, task prioritization, and coordination within the hardware team.
• Process & Quality Management: Champion structured hardware development processes including Requirements Reviews, PDRs, CDRs, and TRRs. Maintain documentation control, revision management, and design traceability. Drive continuous improvement in design methodology, validation, and documentation practices. Promote design reusability, standardization, and lessons-learned integration across projects.
• Cross-Functional & Supplier Collaboration: Coordinate closely with Program Management to align technical progress with project objectives. Interface with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and test facilities for design reviews, builds, and qualification testing. Support operations and manufacturing during NPI, ramp-up, and sustaining engineering phases.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Experience:

• 8+ years of professional experience in hardware design and development.
• At least 3 years in a technical leadership or hardware management role overseeing teams or projects.
• Proven track record leading PDR, CDR and TRR processes and delivering hardware subsystems that meet defined requirements.

Technical Skills:

• Deep expertise in analog, digital, RF, power, or mixed-signal circuit design.
• Proficiency with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium or similar).
• Strong understanding of system integration, signal integrity, and DFM/DFT principles.
• Hands-on experience with hardware validation, debugging, and test automation.
• Familiarity with compliance testing (EMI/EMC, safety, reliability).

Leadership & Management Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage technical teams effectively.
• Strong communication, delegation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on technical involvement.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and resource plans.
• Commitment to developing engineering talent and fostering innovation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in high-reliability or regulated industries (e.g., aerospace, automotive, medical, defense).
• Experience implementing Agile or hybrid development processes for hardware teams.
• Exposure to PLM/ERP systems and hardware configuration management.

Benefits

• Stock Options
• Contributory Pension Scheme 3% standard
• 25 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme
• Car Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
• Free On-Site Gym
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Discounts Platform

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting