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Semiconductor Test Engineering Team Leader

This role involves leading the semiconductor test engineering activities for an advanced AI accelerator chip program. Responsibilities include developing test strategies, managing a team of test engineers, overseeing subcontracted test development, and ensuring robust test coverage and yield ramp success.

Fractile Bristol, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

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Senior Processor Architect

Fractile is building silicon, systems and software which will redefine the frontier of AI: running the world’s most advanced models at radically higher speed and lower cost. We have an exceptional team across hardware and software capable of bringing about...

Fractile London, United Kingdom

FPGA Electronics Engineer - Defence - Cambridge

This role involves working on challenging engineering problems in UK defence and national security, focusing on FPGA design and development. You'll collaborate closely with a team of engineers, scientists, and designers to build solutions from concept to prototype, tackling complex issues in areas like DSP, embedded systems, and advanced communications.

Newton Colmore Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Manufacturing Assemblers

The Manufacturing Assembler role involves assembling, inspecting, and process controlling electronic or semiconductor devices to meet quality and performance standards. Responsibilities include using hand tools, following work instructions, maintaining a clean work area, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in a cleanroom environment.

Morson Edge Nursling, Hampshire, SO16 0TF, United Kingdom £18 ph

On-site Contract Clearance Required

FPGA Design Engineer

This role involves working on complex FPGA projects, from advanced signal processing systems to safety-critical systems. Responsibilities include designing and verifying FPGA architectures, using VHDL and SystemVerilog, and working with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-standard projects.

Tatton Recruitment Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £90 ph

Hybrid Contract

FPGA Design Engineer

The role involves working on all phases of FPGA design and verification for complex projects, including advanced signal processing systems, core embedded processing, and safety-critical systems. Responsibilities include generating FPGA architectures, verifying implementations, and working with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-standard designs.

Tatton Recruitment Filton, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom £90 ph

Hybrid Contract

Lead Firmware Engineer

This role involves working on advanced airborne electro-optics subsystems, from initial concept to production, using high-speed FPGAs and SoCs. You will capture firmware requirements, design and analyze FPGA systems, and collaborate with hardware and software engineers to integrate and test firmware.

GI Group Pitsea, Essex, United Kingdom £70 – £75 ph

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Firmware Design Engineer

Copello are working with a Defence client who is looking for a Firmware Design Engineer to join their firmware team. The team is responsible for the development and maintenance of the firmware used in its anti-jam avionics products. The successful...

Copello Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Analogue and Digital Electronic Design Engineer

This role involves designing, developing, and delivering board-level analogue and digital electronics for defence products. Responsibilities include schematic capture, prototyping, functional testing, and working with multi-disciplinary teams to integrate electronics into the product. The position requires experience in electronic design, manufacturing support, and the ability to apply circuit simulation and DFMEA techniques.

Electus Recruitment Bolton, Manchester, M26 1HG, United Kingdom £42,000 – £48,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior FPGA Engineer | Cambridgeshire

Senior FPGA Engineer | CambridgeshireLocation: CambridgeSalary: Competitive + Comprehensive BenefitsSector: Defence, Aerospace, & CommunicationsAre you an FPGA specialist who thrives on variety? Do you enjoy moving beyond "standard" implementation to solve complex problems in Radar, Comms, and Sensing?We are representing...

Morgan McKinley (South West) Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £75,000 – £85,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Principal Software & Hardware Assurance Practitioner

Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Principal Software & Hardware Assurance Practitioner to join their team. This is a permanent role offering a hybrid working pattern with locations in Malvern, Farnborough, Bristol or...

Matchtech Hampshire, United Kingdom £90,000 pa

Process Engineer

Process EngineerWe are recruiting for a Process Engineer to join a highly advanced manufacturing business operating within aerospace and defence.This role is ideal for an engineer looking to work in a technology-led environment, where process innovation, materials engineering, and market-driven...

WR Engineering Rochester, Kent, United Kingdom £42,000 – £45,000 pa

Manufacturing Technician

Manufacturing Technicians /Southampton /£17.50-£18.00 per hourWe are recruiting experienced Manufacturing Technicians to join a leading Aerospace and Defence organisation in Southampton. These roles support a range manufacturing activities, electro‑optic testing, and controlled environment production.Role OverviewDepending on experience, responsibilities may include:Precision...

GI Group Nursling, Hampshire, SO16 0TF, United Kingdom £18 – £18 ph

Wirebonding Technician

The Wirebonding Technician role involves assembling, wire bonding, inspecting, and maintaining electronic or semiconductor devices in a cleanroom environment. Responsibilities include setting up and operating wire bond machines, optimizing bonding parameters, conducting inspections, and ensuring quality and safety standards are met. The position requires attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the ability to work in a team.

Morson Edge Nursling, Hampshire, SO16 0TF, United Kingdom £18 ph

On-site Contract Clearance Required

FPGA Design Engineer

This role involves working on complex FPGA projects, including advanced signal processing and safety-critical systems. You will design, develop, and test FPGA-based solutions, collaborate with hardware and system engineers, and contribute to the team's growth and innovation.

Matchtech Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £90 ph

Hybrid Contract Flexible Clearance Required

Graduate RF Engineer

As a Graduate RF Engineer, you will work on cutting-edge RF and mmWave circuit design, solid-state power amplifiers, and radio transceiver systems. You will gain hands-on experience across the full product lifecycle, from design and modelling to prototyping, testing, and production, while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams and global partners.

Filtronic Sedgefield, County Durham, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Embedded Design Team Lead - Electronic Engineering

As the Embedded Design Team Lead, you will have the opportunity to guide our team of skilled engineers and contribute to the development of advanced defence technology. This role is ideal for an ambitious individual who excels in a fast-paced...

MBDA Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £65,000 pa