EDA and RF/Microwave Tools Specialist

Job Description:

The EDA / CAE Support Engineer is a key role within highly skilled team responsible for delivering a full suite of Electronics/Firmware/Microwave design and development tools to over 500 engineers.

Primarily based out of Luton (with hybrid working), working as part of a cross-site team to support, enhance and configure the tool chain to meet the increasingly advanced needs of the cutting-edge developments of the UK Electronics teams.

This role also could extend into our UK Systems Engineering team who use similar infrastructure to support their domain specific toolsets, specifically MBSE.

What you will do:

• Download, install, configure and manage all Design Tools for Electronics and Microwave Engineering
• Download, install, configure and manage Design Tools for Systems Engineering in a cross functional
• capacity, working with functional domain experts
• Develop, roll out and maintenance of toolset data integrations used to support the engineering digital backbone
• Plan and manage the hardware and operating systems to support the tools, including hotfixes, patches and dealing with security vulnerabilities
• Configure and manage software licensing from multiple vendors.
• Collaborate to provide cross-site support cover for Design Tools at UK sites.
• Assist end users in the resolution of day-to-day tool bugs.
• Liaise with external vendors to achieve timely resolution of problems.
• Maintain existing documentation of the system and create user guides
• Uphold the "One Leonardo" Design Tools strategy for the UK.

What you will bring:

Essential skills:

• Qualification or extensive experience in Tool debugging and User Support
• Sound knowledge of LINUX and Windows OS including scripting (Python, Perl, etc.)
• Good knowledge of toolset integration methodologies and open standards
• Good knowledge of typical end-to-end PCB, Microwave and Firmware Design Processes
• Ability to configure new and complex toolsets
• Knowledge of storage devices and security permissions
• Awareness of security and the principle of "permissions of least access" for designers

Desired skills:

• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office XL and other Office Tools at an entry level
• VBS scripting is desirable but not essential.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit:

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

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