Principal Electronics Engineer - Active SC required

Jobleads-UK • Southampton, England, United Kingdom • Posted June 06, 2026

Location Southampton, England
Job Type Full-time
Category other-general
Posted June 06, 2026

Location: Southampton OR Basildon (mostly onsite)


Duration: 6 month initial contract


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The position requires active SC clearance.


Role details:


Our client, operating within the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Principal Electronics Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to further develop their skills and knowledge within a thriving organisation.


Key Responsibilities:


The successful candidate will be the technical focal point for supporting active and future airborne communication designs, including customer and supply chain liaison. Responsibilities include:



  • Design and development of mixed-technology electronic designs incorporating Microcontrollers, CPLD and/or FPGA devices interfacing with RF and analogue circuits.

  • Implementation of digital interfaces such as Ethernet, CAN, I2C,...

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