Industrial Placement in Electronics Engineering at STFC

2 weeks ago


Stockbridge, Hampshire, United Kingdom UK Research and Innovation Full time

About the Role

The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) is seeking a talented Electronics Engineer to join our team for an industrial placement. As an RF Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team responsible for developing and managing operations of on-site radar equipment to support user research programmes.

About the Scheme

STFC's industrial placement scheme offers a unique opportunity to work alongside world-leading engineers, scientists, and technicians in highly collaborative environments. You will become a critical member of the team, exposed to exciting projects and challenges from the start. Our dedicated Early Careers Development Team will support you every step of the way, providing a range of personal development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct operations for atmospheric science radars and space situational awareness tracking systems
  • Support technical development of radars
  • Provide technical support for other projects operating at the Observatory

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled on an electronics engineering undergraduate degree course and returning to university/studies to complete your undergraduate degree following the placement
  • Required or have requested to take an industrial placement year
  • Have the right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the placement
  • Able to commence employment in summer 2025
  • Interest in radio frequency engineering and/or communications engineering
  • Have own transport to reach Chilbolton Observatory
  • Good general knowledge of basic electronics, including both analogue and digital design
  • Knowledge of the C programming language
  • Good communication skills
  • Practical electronic assembly skills
  • Experience with electronic test equipment

Desirable Skills

  • RF design - radio links
  • Programmable digital logic design - FPGA
  • Experience with microcontrollers - PIC AVR etc

About UK Research and Innovation

UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation.

Benefits

  • Defined benefit pension scheme
  • Excellent holiday entitlement
  • Access to employee shopping/travel discounts
  • Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme


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