Principal Hardware Development Engineer

1 day ago


Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom This is an IT support group Full time

Company Overview:

CesiumAstro is a dynamic and cross-functional work environment that allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. We take pride in our hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work.

We are seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team as Principal Hardware Development Engineers.

About the Role:

  • We are looking for a highly skilled Hardware Engineer to lead the development of complex electronics modules and systems.
  • The ideal candidate will have experience designing high-reliability electronics and small systems for space or defense applications.
  • As a Principal Hardware Development Engineer, you will be responsible for owning the design phase of complex board-level electronics and small hardware systems.
  • You will work closely with the Manufacturing and Test Engineering teams to release modules and assemblies to production.
  • Our products are made for high-reliability space and airborne applications, requiring both breadth and depth of technical knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Owning end-to-end design of complex electronics modules and systems, from concept and architecture through schematic, layout, test, and production.
  2. Leading teams of hardware engineers to develop new products with multiple electronics modules.
  3. Providing subject matter expertise in support of hardware development across the company.
  4. Developing hardware architecture and writing hardware requirements for systems of high complexity.
  5. Performing detailed and complete schematic design for complex boards, ranging from key components to supporting passives.
  6. Mentoring junior and senior engineers to build technical understanding and professional development.

Requirements and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science (BS) degree or higher in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
  • Minimum of 9 years of industry or university research experience in board-level electronics design, analysis, and test.
  • DIRECT EXPERIENCE DESIGNING HIGH-RELIABILITY ELECTRONICS AND SMALL SYSTEMS FOR SPACE OR DEFENSE APPLICATIONS.
  • Experience leading teams of hardware engineers to develop multi-module assemblies, including hardware architecture, requirements, and interconnects.

Salary Range:$170,000 - $220,000 per year



  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Belcan Full time

    OverviewAt Belcan, we are passionate about developing innovative electronics for satellites, spacecraft, and aerospace systems. We are seeking a skilled Principal Hardware Design Engineer to join our team.About the RoleAs a Principal Hardware Design Engineer, you will be responsible for full-stack hardware development for complex modules and hardware...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Belcan Full time

    About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced Principal Hardware Engineer to lead the development of complex electronics modules and systems.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to start at concept development and progress through detailed design, analysis, layout, build, test, and delivery.


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Up to £70,000 per annum. About the RoleWe are working with an industry leading client within the Data & Networking sector.Job DescriptionDesigning and developing test measurement engines for Twisted Pair Ethernet, Fibre optic and Wi-Fi transmission.Work on both hardware and software for fibre optic test equipment.Prototyping of fibre optic test equipment,...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    About the Job:We are looking for an experienced Senior Hardware Engineer to join our team in Milton Keynes. The successful candidate will have a strong background in electronics engineering and be able to design and develop complex electronic hardware components. Main Tasks:* Design and develop electronic hardware components for satellite communication...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom CV Library Full time

    **About the Role:**We are looking for an experienced RF Systems Engineer to join our team as a Principal RF Engineer. As a key member of the engineering team, you will be responsible for designing and developing RF systems and hardware from initial concept to delivery.You will work closely with cross-functional teams to define requirements, develop...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Cw4 Full time

    Cw4 is seeking a highly skilled Principal Power Electronics Engineer to join our teamAbout the JobIn this role, you'll be responsible for designing, developing, and testing power electronics products. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products that meet customer requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesYour key responsibilities...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Belcan Full time

    Electronics Hardware Developer Role at BelcanWe are seeking an Electronics Hardware Developer to join our client's innovative team at Belcan.The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Physics, and 2+ years of experience with RF measurement and instrumentation.A strong understanding of...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Belcan Technical Recruiting Ltd Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a Principal Power Electronics Engineer to join our team at Belcan Technical Recruiting Ltd. As a principal engineer, you will be responsible for leading the design and development of cutting-edge power electronics systems.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and optimize point-of-load converters for RF and digital modules, as well as...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD Full time

    Key Responsibilities:HARDWARE ENGINEERING SPECIALISTWe are seeking a Hardware Engineering Specialist to work on designing and developing electronic systems for a leading manufacturer in the automation industry. The successful candidate will have a strong background in electronics design, experience with PCB design software, and excellent communication...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Belcan Full time

    Job Description">As a Principal Hardware Engineer at Belcan, you will be responsible for designing and developing leading-edge electronics systems for various aerospace applications.This includes owning end-to-end design of complex electronics modules and systems, leading teams of hardware engineers, and providing subject matter expertise in support of...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom IDEAL PERSONNEL Full time

    IDEA Personnel is recruiting a highly skilled Electronics Hardware Design Engineer to join their team in Milton Keynes. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of £58,000 - £68,000 per annum, depending on experience.Job Role:The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and developing digital electronics hardware. They will work...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Belcan Full time

    About Belcan:Belcan is a leading provider of engineering and technical services, with a strong presence in the space industry. Our client is a pioneer in out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms.We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which fosters learning,...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Roman Health Pharmacy LLC Full time

    We are seeking a highly skilled Principal RF Engineer Specialist to join our team at Roman Health Pharmacy LLC. As a key member of our space communications department, you will be responsible for designing and developing leading-edge phased array antennas and radios for satellites, spacecraft, and aerospace systems.The ideal candidate will have a strong...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Belcan Full time

    Becoming a Senior Hardware Development Specialist at Belcan offers you the chance to innovate in a highly dynamic and competitive industry. Our talented team works collaboratively to drive success. With an estimated annual salary range of $150,000 - $220,000, this role is a key opportunity to advance your career.About the RoleYou will play a crucial part in...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Design Engineer to join our team at CV-Library in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. As a senior member of our engineering department, you will be responsible for designing and developing innovative electronic hardware and firmware solutions.About the CompanyCV-Library is a leading job board platform providing...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Belcan Technical Recruiting (UK) Ltd Full time

    Job OverviewBecoming a Principal Power Electronics Engineer at Belcan Technical Recruiting (UK) Ltd will put you in charge of designing and owning cutting-edge projects. With 9 years of industry or research experience, you'll be responsible for creating innovative power electronics solutions.This role is perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Platform Recruitment Full time

    Design and Development Engineer - £45k-50k per annum - Milton KeynesA leading company in the tracking and simulation sector is seeking a skilled Electronics Hardware Engineer to join their growing team.This role involves developing electronic circuits and designing PCB layouts.Close collaboration with the team is essential for determining PCB...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Roman Health Pharmacy LLC Full time

    Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Communication Systems Engineer to join our team at Roman Health Pharmacy LLC. In this role, you will lead the development of space architecture concepts, sub-system design, payload design, requirements development, analysis and decomposition, high-level software and hardware system architecture design,...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Roman Health Pharmacy LLC Full time

    At Roman Health Pharmacy LLC, we are seeking an Electronics Design Principal to join our team. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in board-level and system-level RF electronics design. This role involves designing RF front ends, frequency converters and synthesizers, filters, beamformers, power dividers, and phased array antennas.The Electronics...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Belcan Full time

    About the JobWe are looking for a skilled Principal Hardware Design Engineer to join our team at Belcan. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for designing and developing complex electronics modules and systems for satellites, spacecraft, and aerospace systems.Your Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop full-stack hardware systems, from...