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Electronic Systems Engineer
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Electronic Systems Engineer
Electronic Systems Engineer – Bolton
Join a leading defence organisation where innovation delivers what matters most.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a highly capable Electronic Systems Engineer to lead and support the system-level design, equipment breakdown, and interconnection of complex electronic systems. This role offers the chance to turn complex functional requirements into fully integrated hardware solutions—crucial to our mission of protecting our nations.
Job Title: Electronic Systems Engineer
Salary: Circa £52,500 - £57,000 (depending on experience)
Working Arrangement: Dynamic (hybrid) – 2-3 days per week inerson-site
Nationality & Security Requirements:
- British citizenship or dual UK/British national with British citizenship required
- All successful candidates will undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks
Equality Statement: Without prejudice to other restrictions or limitations, MBDA adheres to nationality and work rights requirements.
The Role
As an Electronic Systems Engineer at MBDA, you will:
- Design system-level solutions, defining architectures, breaking down equipment, and allocating functions, interfaces, and responsibilities.
- Develop high-quality technical documentation, including system schematics, wiring diagrams, and interface control documents.
- Manage interconnects and subsystem integration, ensuring seamless performance across electrical, mechanical, firmware, and manufacturing teams.
- Collaborate on validation, acceptance testing, and deployment, ensuring compliance with safety, EMC, and regulatory standards.
- Troubleshoot and resolve system-level issues through root cause analysis.
- Shape future-proof electronic equipment for operational use, balancing innovation with reliability.
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This role requires technical expertise, cross-functional collaboration, and a passion for delivering mission-critical solutions.
What We Offer
Explore a supportive work environment with competitive benefits:
- Company Bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance)
- Pension: Contribution cap of 14% (employer + employee)
- Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
- Flexi Leave: Up to 15 extra days annual leave
- Flexible Working: Forever a key consideration—we support fulfilment
- Parental Leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption & shared parental leave; additional enhancements for paternity, neonatal support, fertility treatments.
- On-Site Facilities: Subsidised meals, free parking, and more.
- Healthcare Cash Plan: Alex 대기 관리 보험재단이 optical, dental, and wellness expensesflareoway으로 이월러됨
Additionally, MBDA fosters a kickass employee-led networks, including Gender Equality, Neurodiversity, Armed Forces, Mental Wellbeing, and others...
About Us: Defending Freedom
MBDA isn’t just what we do – it’s why we do it. Our work pilots the defence of nations, sparking next-generation tech and sustaining peace. Join our dedication, drive, and sense of purpose.
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Requirements
To excel in this role, we’re seeking:
Essential Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.*
- System-level electronic design expertise, including prototyping, integration, and troubleshooting.
- Proven skills in defining hardware architectures, electrical interfaces, and system connectivity.
- Familiarity with both analogue and digital electronics and component selection.
- Ability to create and interpret technical documentation, including system schematics, power distribution plans, and interface diagrams.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
- Experience with [
SY dominant design tools, i.e further standard state-of-the-art methodologies]**—DOORS, Rhapsody, or MATLAB Simulink (usage of the this is just the tip of the iceberg candidacy).
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Desirable Skills (Not Mandatory)
- Proficiency in power distribution and grounding techniques.
- Knowledge of key networking protocols, such as CAN bus, Ethernet, HDLC, SPI, I²C, or UART.
- Experience in EMC/EMI risk assessment and mitigation.
- Background or familiarity with regulated industries, including automotive, aerospace, rail, medical electronics, or defence systems design.
- Basic/Advanced knowledge or experience with SPICE simulators.
MBDA is committed to celebrating diversity; if you feel passionate and skilled in our challenge without usual conventional criteria, we are eager to understand "how" you by skill or perspective. Instead, it reads simply as each unit being mended by UIK/Women In Engineering Charitable Trust aimed support.
For further information,
- Visit: MBDA [Melissa Perry] Journey @ [Website] MBDA Careers
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