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# Hardware Engineer (Avionics)

- **Company:** Randstad UK
- **Location:** Salisbury, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Board Bringup, Computer-Aided Design, Altium Designer, ARM Architecture, Automation of Tests, Ethernet, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, RS-485 Standard, Schematic Capture, Serial Peripheral Interface, SC Clearance, MIL-STD-810 Environmental Testing, Pcb Layout
- **Published:** August 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.cv-library.co.uk/job/225524643/hardware-engineer-avionics

## About the Role

* Education: Degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechatronics.
 * CAD Tools: Advanced proficiency in Altium Designer (Schematic Capture, Multilayer High-Speed PCB Layout, Controlled Impedance, DRC).
 * Silicon Architecture: Proven experience with ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers (e.g., STM32) and microprocessors. Optional FPGA integration experience (Xilinx/Altera) is highly desirable.
 * Test & Measurement: Hands-on expertise in electronic diagnostics, soldering, EWIS harness integration, and bench-test automation (Python/LabVIEW).
 * Security Clearance: Due to the nature of the projects, candidates must have the ability to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance (SC).

## Description

* Schematic & PCB Design: Create multi-layer rigid and flex-rigid PCBs using Altium Designer for flight control computers, power distribution units (PDUs), and sensor interfaces.
 * Avionics Bus Integration: Implement robust, low-latency communication bus architectures, including CAN / CAN FD, RS422, RS485, Ethernet, SPI, and I2C.
 * Power Electronics: Design low-voltage DC-DC converters, switching regulators, and power distribution circuitry optimized for weight, thermal dissipation, and efficiency.
 * Board Bring-Up & Verification: Lead hands-on prototype bring-up, fault isolation, and hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) bench testing using standard laboratory equipment.
 * Environmental & EMC Qualification: Design for harsh operating environments, ensuring compliance with RTCA DO-160G, DEF-STAN 59-411, and MIL-STD-810.
 * Design Assurance: Produce comprehensive technical documentation (ICDs, DFMEA, BOMs, Gerber files) operating under ISO 9001 / AS9100 quality frameworks.


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