OpenWorks Engineering Ltd
Electronics Engineer
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OpenWorks — Electronics Engineer in Air Defence & eUAS Technologies
The Opportunity
We're seeking an Electronics Engineer with expertise in electronic circuit and PCB design to develop cutting-edge electro-optical systems for Air Defence, counter-UAS (cUAS), Surveillance, and Target Tracking.
Our systems protect critical military and civilian operations worldwide, and seamless integration with partner technology defines whether our solutions deliver a tactical advantage—or save lives. You’ll work in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, managing multiple projects end-to-end, from design concept to deployed system.
This is hard-edged, responsibility-driven engineering—your PCB design, system optimisation, and hands-on problem-solving will shape production-ready electronics that operate reliably in the real world.
Who We Are
OpenWorks is a fast-growing defence technology firm based in the North East of England. Building on a legacy of innovation, we create ultra-high-performance solutions for:
- Real-time detection, tracking, identification, and targeting of drone threats (aircraft, swarms, and malicious UAS).
- Military and civilian protection, supporting law enforcement and high-profile assets globally.
Our team operates within a dynamic, mission-driven culture, combining engineering excellence with impactful defence solutions.
Why Join Us?
Here’s what makes working at OpenWorks **rewarding—**and exciting:
Competitive Compensation & Growth
- Starting salary: £35,000plus—with annual bonus (up to 25%) and structured progression.
- 8% employer-matched pension contribution.
Work-Life Balance
- 25 days holiday + public holidays, plus options to buy 5 extra days.
- Monthly team breakfasts and lunches (courtesy of Chef Mark’s team).
Health & Well-being
- Private healthcare and life assurance.
- Salary-sacrifice schemes, including electric vehicle (EV) schemes and cycle-to-work.
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Social & Team Culture
- Regular team events: football, board games, quiz nights.
- Your feedback is valued: we invest in £250 annual learning budgets to develop your skills.
The Engineering Challenge
Our mission? Counter-UAS is a rapidly evolving threat, and we lead NATO defence innovation with world-leading electro-optical interception technology.
As an ** Electronics Engineer**, you’ll:
- Design high-performance PCBs from schematics and prototypes to production-ready hardware.
- Develop robust electronics for electro-optical and autonomous systems.
- Debug complex systems, partner across disciplines (software, mechanical, systems teams).
- Support field trials and deployment, driving efficiency and operational success.
What You’ll Do
- Design and prototype PCBs, solder/rework/repair boards, then rigorously debug and validate.
- Architect high-reliability electronics for air defence and surveillance applications.
- Mentor junior engineers in PCB design, dreadwork, and field expertise.
- Manage components and obsolescence while sourcing new technologies.
- Troubleshoot live systems and deploy fixes during internal/external trials.
- Ensure electronics meet production standards before field deployment.
- Collaborate with Systems, Software, and Mechanical teams to solve integration challenges.
What We’re Looking For
Essential
- Degree qualification in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Proven PCB design, prototyping, and assembly expertise—from schematics to fully tested and field-deployed systems.
- Schematic design, PCB layout, and production debugging (Embrace EMC best practices).
- Practical experience with high-speed interfaces (SPI, I²C, UART) and data transmission (Ethernet, USB).
- Strong record of racing hardware into commercial/production deployment.
- Mentoring ability: support teammates, share design knowledge, uphold engineering standards.
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Key Personality Traits
- Technical curiosity: a hands-on innovator who loves solving real-world problems.
- Attention to detail: discipline-driven, quality-focused.
- Communicator and collaborator: thrives in cross-disciplinary environments.
- Adapts quickly in a high-demand, multiple-project environment.
What You’ll Gain
- Impactful work: your designs directly protect critical assets and people globally.
- Autonomy: own projects and engineering decisions, with visible results.
- Full-process exposure: from initial concept to live deployment.
- Cross-functional teamwork: the best engineers flourish in our blend of systems, software, and hardware collaboration.
- Career growth: space to advance and innovate in a fast-growing defence company.
- Flexible work: we’re a team, so we support onsite/hybrid/remote options—tailored to your approach.
"...Don’t meet all criteria? We still want you." If you’re excited by our mission and bring most of the right skills, we strongly encourage your application. Talent and mindset matter more than checklists.
Our Vision, Mission & Values
Our Vision
“Help protect the skies and territories of NATO and its allies.”
Our Mission
“Be the world-leading provider of autonomous technology for surveillance and defence.”
Our Values
- Be a good egg: respect, trust, honesty, professional conduct.
- Do cool stuff: passion for building transformative tech.
- Be empowered: actions over approvals—always take responsibility.
- We are one team: we look after each other.
- Things go wrong—learn and grow.
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