Electronic Engineer - Space

About In-Space Missions and BAE Systems  

BAE Systems acquired In-Space Missions in 2021, and the two organisations have teamed to advance our space ambition by bringing all our space activities under a new, integrated business unit and leadership team which is focused on designing, building and operating world-class space missions for global customers.  

The new Space business unit now comprises about 180 staff across 3 sites at Alton, Guildford and Great Baddow. BAE Systems is committed to investing in Space to deliver new-space small satellite systems and space data products combined with the security and resilience of BAE Systems expertise in telemetry tracking and command processors, waveforms, electronics, antennas and digital signal processing and analytics. 

Due to continued growth, we are now looking for an experienced Electronics Engineer to join us on our journey to deliver innovative capabilities within the space sector. 

Who are you?  

As an experienced Electronics Engineer, you will have knowledge and experience of designing, developing, building, documenting and testing electronic systems together with the ability to identify and resolve technical issues.  

You will be accustomed to taking the lead in devising methodical approaches to solving problems and providing guidance to more junior engineers to do the same. 

You will be comfortable producing concise and consistent documentation in accordance with company processes and may be required to assist the Electronics and RF Team Lead in ensuring consistency across the team.  

You will be comfortable working as part of a team and will have the communication skills required to assist the Electronics and RF Team Lead in maintaining information flow throughout the team. 

You support others in identifying problems and carefully think through and test possible solutions.  You are able to evaluate the pros, cons and consequences of various decision options, creating a range of solutions.   

You will be proactive in seeking out information and will be willing to flex your priorities to support others where necessary and be comfortable with a fast-paced environment. 

The role will require someone who takes pride in their work, and can present a professional face to clients, suppliers, and partners.   

We are looking for the following skills:  

• Educated to at least degree - level or equivalent in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline  

• Minimum 5 years industry experience  

• Technical delivery of complex electrical/electronic systems in a relevant industry sector 

• Programming experience e.g. Python, Java, C/C++ (desirable) 

• Proficient in use of appropriate technical tools (e.g. Altium, OrCAD, PSpice);  

• Experience in documentation for space/aerospace projects (desirable); 

• Experience in testing and test automation;  

• Experience in firmware development and FPGA/ VHDL (desirable);  

• Knowledge of EEE component selection best practice when designing for space programmes (desirable); Knowledge of Space Standards e.g. ECSS (desirable);  

• Experience in mentoring junior engineers (desirable) 

What will you be doing here?   

Reporting to the Electronics and RF Team Lead, your role will include working on a range of activities from detailed design, development, documentation and test through to wider spacecraft support. 

You will work closely with our engineers and support activities in the following areas:   

• Design, development, prototyping, build and test of electronic circuits and systems from initial requirements through to launch and in-orbit operations;    

• Detailed design activities including Schematic production; Selection and procurement of relevant components and assemblies to support design and development activities; ECAD design either directly or managing a specialist (depending on complexity).   
• Produce electronics documentation, e.g. SoW, Design Document, Interface Control Document, Test Plans  
• Derivation and management of technical requirements from Mission and System Level to subsystem and equipment level (with support from others where necessary);   
• Definition and management of subsystem/unit interfaces;   
• Provision of technical inputs into definition of spacecraft test and flight harnesses and required test support equipment;   
• Provision of relevant inputs to system level budgets and designs;   
• Derivation, management and execution of Validation and Verification activities at a subsystem level and provision of inputs to these at a system level.   
• Working with third party suppliers to identify requirements for design, manufacture, documentation and testing of electronic sub-assemblies; 

Culture   

We have a close-knit and supportive team, with diversity and inclusion being a key to our success. We welcome varying backgrounds, skills, perspectives and life experiences.  We embrace Hybrid Working so wherever possible, we offer flexible working arrangements to allow us to balance our work and personal life more effectively. 

 
What can we offer you?   

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, 10% Non-Contributory Pension with the option for additional salary sacrifice, free onsite parking, access to BAE Share Incentive Plan, Income protection, 3 x salary life assurance policy, discounted shopping and much more 

• Work / Life Balance: 37.5 hour week, hybrid working options, flexible working around core hours, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays  

• Personal Development: Personalised development plan along with access to BAE’s E-learning courses 

• Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Scheme with AXA Healthcare (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), travel insurance, cycle-to-work scheme, eye tests 

Recruitment Process   

If you’ve been shortlisted for the role, our Recruitment team will reach out to schedule a 1st stage Teams interview with you.  

We want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible so if you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Additionally, if you don’t meet all of the criteria please still apply. We really enjoy meeting diverse people who might bring a fresh perspective on a problem we need to solve!   

Unfortunately, we do not offer sponsorship. Please be aware that many roles will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the company.