http://www.flightglobal.com/jobsFlight Jobshttp://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/pcb-layout-designer-stevenage-circa-25k-stevenage-200646592.htmMon, 23 Nov 2009 16:08:41 +0000229257PCB Layout Designer - Stevenage - Circa £25k Please note all candidates will need to be able to obtain Security Clearance to be considered for this vacancy. Therefore you will need to have been a permanent UK resident for the last 5 years and hold a British passport to be eligible for this role. Extremely well respected in the Defence industry our client is a world-leading missile and missile systems manufacturer with operations in France, Germany, Italy and Britain, over 10,000 employees and an annual turnover of over €3 bn. Formed following a merger of the 3 main missile producers in Europe our client has benefited the combined experience gained from fifty years of technological and operational success. Working with nearly 100 armed forces worldwide our client is the only Group capable of designing and producing missiles and missile systems to meet the whole range of current and future operational requirements for the three armed forces (army, navy, air force). Overall, the Group offers a range of 45 products in service and another 15 in development. Positioned at the heart of the European defence sector as well as establishing cooperative transatlantic links with the principal groups in the US defence industry our client has demonstrated its ability to bring together the best skills across the whole of Europe, and has succeeded in becoming the prime contractor for a series of strategic multi-national programmes. They now have a requirement for PCB layout designer in Hertfordshire. Senior Engineer (PCB Layout) ROLE PURPOSE: To provide PCB Layouts to the requirements of the Electronics Designer DIRECTORATE: Operations REPORTS TO: TECHNICAL LEAD Define the role's specific responsibilities i.e. what is must deliver. " Provide PCB Layouts (simple to complex, including micro-via) to time, cost and quality requirements " Provide manufacturing data-packs to the PCB supplier " Provide assembly data- packs to the PCB Assembler " Contribute to process improvement within the PCB Layout Team " Contribute to International functional improvement activities (mainly between France and the UK) requiring travel to France and possibly Italy. " Maintain knowledge and develop skills in the area of PCB Layout to continuously improve contribution PROBLEM SOLVING CHALLENGES Define the particular difficulties/issues that that need to be overcome to successfully carry out the role. " Provide PCB Layout Solutions to complex requirements. " Maintain and develop effective interface to local customers " Working to tight or critical timescales Define what will be measured to determine how successfully the role is being delivered. Performance Indicators should be 'SMART' and avoid jargon/business speak e.g. what exactly does "effectively" mean if used in this context? " Tasks achieved to time, budget and specification. " Improvement actions undertaken in agreement with team leader Define the general and specific skills and knowledge required to carry out the role. Technical skills in the following areas are required:- " Design of complex PCB Layouts (rigid, Flexi-Rigid, Flexible, microvia etc.). " Layouts to be compliant to High Speed/Signal Integrity design constraints as required. " Knowledge of PCB materials, design for manufacture/assembly etc. " Knowledge of PCB manufacture and assembly processes Competence in one or more of the following:- " The use of Zuken CR5000 PCB Layout and related tools. " For legacy purposes the use of Mentor Board-station PCB Layout tool. The following personal attributes:- " Ability to motivate self to achieve demanding project deliverables " Ability to interface and influence within the organization " Ability to organize and plan own tasks ECONOMICS Define the financial and human resources that the role has responsibility for. " Ownership of Individual layout designs If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience for this role please apply now or send your CV to jenna.beard@serl.co.uk - Jenna Beard Defence Recruitment Consultant Please note all candidates will need to be able to obtain Security Clearance to be considered for this role. Therefore you will need to be a UK national who has been a permanent UK resident for the last 5 years to be eligible. By sending us your CV, you are explicitly consenting to our processing of your personal data on a computer database and/or in manual files for the purpose of evaluating your application for employment. This processing will be carried out in accordance with the UK Data Protection Act 1998. In compliance with the regulations in place under the Employment Agencies Act, proof of identification will be required. A current copy of a passport, driving license, ID card or NI card will be required as part of the registration process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/electronic-engineer-cambridgeshire-200639001.htmFri, 13 Nov 2009 10:17:51 +0000222900Electronic Engineer Our Client is seeking bright, ambitious electronics engineers to develop custom electronics for their growing range of laboratory instrumentation. The successful candidates will have detailed knowledge of the application of microelectronics to signal processing, data acquisition, and motion control as well as broad familiarity with drives and controls, optical systems, and sensors. The ability to write software for embedded devices would be a distinct advantage. You will be expected to: Be currently working as an electronics designer in a technically challenging environment Demonstrate outstanding design capability in the application of microelectronics Have hands-on experience of a schematic capture package/PCB layout software You will have: A 1st or 2.1 class degree in electronics or computer science Intrinsically high levels of motivation Excellent communication and presentation skills A good mixture of analytical, experimental and creative capabilities Wanted direct experience of designing digital control circuitry using microcomputers and FPGAs direct experience of schematic capture and board layout software (ie using it consistently now not at some time in their past) good intuitive knowledge of board layout rules (noise avoidance, ground planes etc) good knowledge of interface electronics (level shifting, pulse shaping, filters etc) ability to write embedded code in assembler or C (this is not absolutely essential but it highly desirable) good knowledge of motion control methods using steppers and low power servos Employment benefits Highly competitive salary and benefits Professional development into a variety of technical, business and leadership roles. Participation in a fast moving company with the opportunity to make a visible contribution to the success and growth of the company Mylen Recruitment Ltd is a recruitment agency specialising in Aerospace, Automotive, Aviation, Design, Mechanical, Electronic, Production, IT and Software, Engineering. By sending us your CV, you are explicitly consenting to our processing of your personal data on a computer database and/or in manual files for the purpose of evaluating your application for employment. This processing will be carried out in accordance with the UK Data Protection Act. In compliance with the regulations in place under the Employment Agencies Act, proof of identification will be required. We will require a current copy of a passport, driving license, ID card or NI card will be required as part of the registration process http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/principal-engineer-electronics-design-stevenage-stevenage-200626567.htmFri, 30 Oct 2009 16:54:51 +0000229229Principal Engineer (Electronics Design) - Stevenage Extremely well respected in the Defence industry our client is a world-leading missile and missile systems manufacturer. Working with nearly 100 armed forces worldwide our client is the only Group capable of designing and producing missiles and missile systems to meet the whole range of current and future operational requirements for the three armed forces (army, navy, air force).Positioned at the heart of the European defence sector as well as establishing cooperative transatlantic links with the principal groups in the US defence industry our client has demonstrated its ability to bring together the best skills across the whole of Europe, and has succeeded in becoming the prime contractor for a series of strategic multi-national programmes. Role Purpose: "Design/develop complex electronics circuits/subassemblies. (The role will provide opportunities for the candidate to develop into team leadership of multi-disciplinary teams (sometimes Multi-national), including manufacturing and test, delivering tasks and equipment to demanding project timescales.) "Propose, design, develop and manufacture applicable subsystem(s). Deliver the designs in accordance to specification, time and cost objectives. Develop and maintain the work plans and report progress as required. Load and manage relevant work into other Operations/T&E functions. "Technically lead (where assigned as a lead) the necessary resources assigned to achieve the planned tasks "Continuously improve the performance and contribution of self for both Project and Functional activities. "Continuously develop own technical and personal skills and competencies using on the job and structured training where appropriate. "Where applicable to the needs of the task, or as part of functional development activities, develop areas of co-ordination and co-operation with other functions of company and the equivalent electronics team in France and Italy. "Tasks achieved to time, budget and specification. "Improvement actions/opportunities identified and implemented and benefits assessed "Plans agreed and maintained according to project update schedule (normally monthly). "Local Risk Process implemented. Risks regularly reviewed and aversion strategies put in place and delivered. "Monthly reports produced detailing progress, successes and issues (with explanations of what is being done to address the issues). Items to be escalated for higher management attention must also be identified. "Improvement actions/opportunities identified and implemented and benefits assessed "Define the general and specific skills and knowledge required to carry out the role. Person Specific: Significant and substantial relevant and proven experience in one or more of the following technical domains are required:- "Design of Digital Electronics including Microprocessor (e.g Power PC) "Design of Analogue Electronics low to medium frequencies) "Design of Power Electronics (e.g. Actuator drive circuitry) "Derivation of sub-system architectures from system requirement inputs Related competence in one or more of the following:- "The use of CAE Design tools Schematic Capture, High Speed Simulation "Negotiation of subsystem requirements with the systems teams "Writing Subsystem Requirement and associated documents "Ability to provide succinct and accurate reports and presentations The following personal attributes:- "Ability to motivate self to achieve demanding technical and project deliverables "Ability to interface and influence at different levels of the organisation "Ability to organise and plan own tasks to meet higher level demands PROBLEM SOLVING CHALLENGES "Maintain and develop effective interface to customers "Workload planning, risk management and aversion to maintain progress to plan and budget. "Continuous Identification and implementation of improvement opportunities to reduce programme costs. If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience for this role please apply now or send your CV to jenna.beard@serl.co.uk -Jenna Beard Defence Recruitment Consultant Please note that due to the nature of the position it is a legal requirement that you are a UK national who has been in the UK continuously for the last 5 years in order to be considered for this role. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/principal-power-design-engineer-glenrothes-glenrothes-200626640.htmFri, 30 Oct 2009 16:28:04 +0000229248Principal Power Design Engineer - Glenrothes Our client is an internationally recognised leader in the defence and government electronics, space, information technology, and technical services markets. Aspiring to be the most respected defense and aerospace systems supplier worldwide our client has a history of innovation spanning more than 80 years, providing state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. As a company they are committed to driving strategic growth, establishing an inclusive culture, and developing an environment for learning and due to project workload are increasing their support to a number of Power System designs for military programmes, to this they require a power system designer. Essential oHonours in Electronic engineering (or related discipline) oIn-depth experience in a Power Conversion product design environment oProven track record in power systems development Desirable oKnowledge of designing power conversion products and systems in Defense product environments oKnowledge of design life cycles of products outside the power domain. Nature and Scope Responsible for technical supervision of power conversion system architectures and product design within the company. This will include the engineering supervision of multiple product design teams and the provision of technical guidance to those teams to ensure robust and timely delivery of development programmes. Also to contribute as part of the Engineering leadership team to strategic power product development and general engineering supervision activities. This role is based in Glenrothes. Responsibilities oTo provide power architectures and conversion design experience and guidance to product developments oTo prepare proposals to support companies bids for power products. oTo provide technical guidance and direction to design teams as necessary. oTo contribute to the strategic development of Power Products within the company. oTo provide support to Engineering management in all aspects of power conversion design oTo use and develop tools and techniques to aid the process of design oTo develop product specifications in conjunction with customers oTo utilise Companies Six sigma process improvement principles oTo execute development activities in accordance with companies IPDS design procedures oTo support Power Conversion technology related R&D activities Competencies Technical oLarge system ( oHierarchical development of power elements, apportioning of system budgets and related requirements definition oModeling and simulation of power systems - Matlab/Simulink, Mathcad oApplication of mathematical modeling, computer based analysis to steady state and transient complex power algorithms oHarmonic current and power factor definition and AC system control techniques oDFSS, DFM, DTC techniques oEMI techniques as applied to power systems and products oEarthing and bonding control and definition oPower conversion design and development, AC - DC, DC - DC high frequency switch mode techniques oStrong understanding of product lifecycles Soft Skills oSkilled Communicator in oral and written formats oAbility to lead technical design teams oAbility to review other engineers designs Personal Characteristics Creative, Self starter, Enthusiastic, Attention to detail, highly motivated Other Relevant Experience Understanding of development life cycles outside the power product environment. PLEASE NOTE Candidate MUST be able to achieve U.K Security Clearance for this role. If interested and feel you have the necessary skills for the requirement please forward your CV to Jenna.beard@serl.co.uk Jenna Beard - aviation Recruitment Consultant By sending us your CV, you are explicitly consenting to our processing of your personal data on a computer database and/or in manual files for the purpose of evaluating your application for employment. This processing will be carried out in accordance with the UK Data Protection Act 1998. In compliance with the regulations in place under the Employment Agencies Act, proof of identification will be required. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/principal-engineer-electronics-designtechnical-lead-steven-stevenage-200626636.htmFri, 30 Oct 2009 16:27:51 +0000229237Principal Engineer (Electronics Design)/Technical Lead - Stevenage Extremely well respected in the Defence industry our client is a world-leading missile and missile systems manufacturer with operations in France, Germany, Italy and Britain, over 10,000 employees and an annual turnover of over €3 bn. Formed following a merger of the 3 main missile producers in Europe our client has benefited the combined experience gained from fifty years of technological and operational success. ROLE PURPOSE:Either Lead the design and Project Management activities for a small area of the Business or specific project subsystem/sub-assembly including the Day to day control of assigned EE staff or design/develop complex electronics circuits/subassemblies. (The role will provide opportunities for the candidate to develop into team leadership of multi-disciplinary teams (sometimes Multi-national), including manufacturing and test, delivering tasks and equipment to demanding project timescales.) Business Delivery "Propose, design, develop and manufacture applicable subsystem(s). Deliver the designs in accordance to specification, time and cost objectives. "Develop and maintain the work plans and report progress as required. "Load and manage relevant work into other Operations/T&E functions. "Workload and resource matching "Assign & lead the necessary people resources to achieve the planned workload. "Track the workload for the team and negotiate/implement priorities, as necessary. Candidate will be required to continuously improve the performance and contribution of the team for both Project and Functional activities. Identify and Manage local improvement plans for the team. Where applicable to the needs of the task, or as part of functional development activities, develop areas of co-ordination and co-operation with other functions of company and the equivalent electronics team in France and Italy. Technical Lead "Tasks achieved to time, budget and specification. "Plans agreed and maintained according to project update schedule (normally monthly). "Local Risk Process implemented. Risks regularly reviewed and aversion strategies put in place and delivered. "Monthly reports produced detailing progress, successes and issues (with explanations of what is being done to address the issues). Items to be escalated for higher management attention must also be identified. "Regular Team Reviews held to assess progress and reset priorities or re-deploy resources, as necessary, to address issues. "Resources balanced to workload. Mechanisms in place to identify and negotiate staff workload and resource shortages. "Tasks delegated to EE staff and other functions in accordance with company processes. "Improvement actions/opportunities identified and implemented and benefits assessed. "121's and staff development activities achieved. Principal Engineer "Tasks achieved to time, budget and specification. "Improvement actions/opportunities identified and implemented and benefits assessed "Plans agreed and maintained according to project update schedule (normally monthly). "Local Risk Process implemented. Risks regularly reviewed and aversion strategies put in place and delivered. "Monthly reports produced detailing progress, successes and issues (with explanations of what is being done to address the issues). Items to be escalated for higher management attention must also be identified. "Improvement actions/opportunities identified and implemented and benefits assessed Extensive experience in one or more of the following technical domains are required:- "Design of Digital Electronics including Microprocessor (e.g Power PC) "Design of Analogue Electronics (up to and including RF) "Design of Power Electronics (e.g. Actuator drive circuitry) "Derivation of sub-system architectures from system requirement inputs "PCB Packaging and layout of complex PCB's Related competence in one or more of the following:- "The use of CAE Design tools (Xilinx EDK, Mentor Graphics HDL Designer, Leonardo Spectrum, Precision Synthesis, ModelSim, Board Architect, Board Station RE). "Negotiation of subsystem requirements with the systems teams "Writing Subsystem Requirement and associated documents "Ability to provide succinct and accurate reports and presentations The following personal attributes:- "Ability to motivate self to achieve demanding technical and project deliverables "Ability to interface and influence at different levels of the organisation "Ability to organise and plan own tasks to meet higher level demands ECONOMICS "Ownership of complete packages of work, both design and manufacturing activities (Team Leader). "Day to day direction and funding of a team of Electronic Designers. (Team Leader). "If the role is design only then no budgets are allocated other than for the specific design task. PROBLEM SOLVING CHALLENGES "Maintain and develop effective interface to customers "Workload planning, risk management and aversion to maintain progress to plan and budget. "Developing a coherent team capable of maximising output from available funding "Continuous Identification and implementation of improvement opportunities to reduce programme costs. Due to the nature of this position it is a legal requirement that all candidates must be able to pass Security clearance. This means you must have been in the UK for lthe last 5 years and hold a British passport. If interested and you feel you have the necessary experience for this role please forward your CV to: jenna.beard@serl.co.uk Jenna Beard - Aviation Recruitment Consultant.