About this role
Come join our team in Bedfordshire as a Senior Electronics Engineer, where you’ll play a key role in delivering high‑reliability, safety‑critical electronic systems for one of ALTEN’s major defence and aerospace programmes. You’ll be part of a specialist engineering team working on complex, cutting‑edge technology with real‑world impact.
This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys technical ownership, detailed design work, and contributing to mission‑critical programmes in a fast‑paced environment.
Location: 3x onsite On Site: Bedford Clearance: Not requiredExperience Level: Mid - Senior Key Responsibilities:
Lead electronic hardware development across the full lifecycle, from requirements capture through to production releaseCarry out detailed design work for digital, mixed‑signal, application processor, FPGA‑based, and high‑reliability systemsReview and approve schematics, PCB layouts, component selections, and supporting documentationProvide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineersMaintain compliance with DO‑254 processes and ensure robust design assurance and verification traceabilitySupport configuration control, verification, and validation activitiesWork collaboratively with Systems, Software, Mechanical, Test, and Programme Management teamsContribute to planning, bid activity, cost estimation, and project reportingManage priorities, risks, and dependencies across multiple concurrent projects Required Skills:
Strong project and programme management experience5+ years’ experience in electronics hardware design (digital and mixed‑signal)Proven experience designing to DO‑254 standardsMinimum 1 year of wiring and PCB rework experienceSignificant expertise in detailed electronics hardware designStrong understanding of electronics manufacturing processesExcellent attention to detail and a process‑driven approachAbility to interpret legislation and implement compliant processesStrong organisational, communication, and time‑management skillsAdaptable, proactive, and comfortable working across multiple projectsRequired Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.Desirable Skills:
Experience working with subcontractorsVHDL or Verilog experienceEmbedded C or Python experience Why join us?
We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.
At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.
Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.
In short you get:
A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A huge diversity of engineering projects and industriesPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle & Tech Scheme Employee assistance programmeLife insurance & Pension SchemeSocial atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildingsFlexible way of working (role dependent)We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.
ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.