Electronics Engineer

Location: Abbey (Hybrid)

Rate: Up to £550/day

Security Clearance: SC required (UK nationals only)

IR35: Inside IR35

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: 31/03/2026 (high potential for extension)

Application Deadline: 28/01/2026 at 16:00

Role Overview

We are seeking an Electronics Engineer to support Project NIGHTFALL within the Land - Weapons domain. Project NIGHTFALL will demonstrate a cost-effective, tactical ballistic missile system capable of being safely ground launched from a mobile platform in a high-threat environment, operating in complex electromagnetic conditions, including GNSS contested or degraded environments.

Key Tasks and Deliverables

• Own the generation of electronics requirements and associated technical deliverables and documentation.
• Identify and analyse electronics hazards and project impacts, contributing to risk reduction measures.
• Manage the design of electronics systems, components or processes to meet customer requirements within time, cost and performance constraints.
• Manage electronics test, verification, validation and evaluation activities across the system lifecycle.

Essential Skills and Experience

• STEM qualification at RQF Level 4 or equivalent.
• Strong depth and breadth of experience delivering electronics engineering outputs.
• Experience providing technical advice and leading delivery of electronics solutions.
• Professionally registered with a relevant institution as IEng or CEng.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Broad experience delivering electronics technologies and systems.
• Experience working in a fast-paced delivery environment.

Additional Information

Hybrid working is expected with ad hoc attendance at Abbey Wood. Travel to suppliers and other MOD sites will be required.