Senior Electronics Engineer

Overview

It is expected that this role will operate from our customers site, as such you will be expected at site at Portsmouth 5 days a week.

We are looking for an energetic and driven engineer with broad expertise, however of particular interest would be candidates with (in order of priority) marine, military, aerospace or rail experience.

This role represents a great opportunity to work in a role which contributes directly to the security of the UK and our allies. Valued attributes are a team player who can use their initiative and has a real passion for engineering with an attention to detail, combined with a thorough, methodical approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

Diagnosing and troubleshooting faults in legacy electronics systems, including analogue and digital circuits, radar, communication systems, navigation equipment, HV and control systems
Defining repairs, component-level replacements, and calibration of ageing hardware, often with obsolete or hard-to-source components
Maintaining system functionality under constraints of outdated technology and limited documentation
Reverse-engineer circuits, schematics, and systems where original documentation are incomplete or unavailable
Creating and updating technical documentation, including wiring diagrams, component lists, and maintenance procedures, to support ongoing operations
Identify equivalent modern components to replace obsolete parts while ensuring compatibility and compliance. Use legacy test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers.) and adapt modern tools for compatibility with older systems
Integrating modern electronics (e.g., micro-controllers, sensors) into existing systems, ensuring seamless operation
Document and mitigate risks associated with ageing equipment, including reliability and cybersecurity concerns

Qualifications

Degree in engineering with ideally electronics background. Where applicable suitable experience in addition to a lower qualification would be acceptable

Essential skills

Strong knowledge of analogue and digital electronics, including thermionic valves, transistors, and early integrated circuits
Proficiency in troubleshooting complex circuits using tools like multimeters, oscilloscopes, and logic analysers

Desired skills

The use of related SAP transactions (can be part of training) is desirable

Experience

Experience in electronics engineering, ideally with exposure to legacy systems or defence projects

What do I need before I apply

UK sole National
SC Cleared
Ability/willingness to work within the Portsmouth area full time

Benefits

Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
Competitive company benefits
Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
Communicating and promoting vacancies
Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age".

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive