Job Description

Job Title \xe2\x80\x93 Hardware Engineering Manager

Job Location \xe2\x80\x93 Hybrid, Fleet or Tewkesbury, UK (requirement to be onsite in Tewkesbury 2 days per week and regular cadence in Fleet)

Job ID - SAS20231606-102711

About this opportunity and L3Harris UK

L3Harris in Tewkesbury and Fleet are part of our Intelligence & Cyber International (ICI) division. We work closely with UK Government and Security Agencies primarily in the areas of crypto/cyber security, electronic warfare, counter drone capabilities and situation awareness projects.

We are seeking a talented and seasoned Hardware Engineering Manager to lead our hardware development team in the design and development of cutting-edge electronic products. As the Hardware Engineering Manager, you will oversee the electronics, PCB, mechanical, and FPGA development processes, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality hardware solutions. With development teams in the UK, US and Australia our capabilities support our customers with Electronic Warfare, Integrated Air Defence & Information Resilience missions. This is a critical leadership role that requires technical expertise across multiple disciplines, strong managerial skills, and a passion for innovation.

A few of our employee benefits are:

• Flexible working hours and hybrid working where possible
• 12pm finish every Friday
• 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service and with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days
• Private medical insurance with optional family cover
• Pension scheme of up to 7% employer contribution
• Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x)
• Group income protection
• Flexible opt-in extras such as a health care cash plan, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover and cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance program providing mental health and wellbeing support

What the role will involve

The responsibilities of your role will include the following:

• Lead and inspire a team of hardware engineers across the ICI business areas, specializing in electronics, PCB, mechanical, and FPGA development.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and technical expertise to team members, promoting their professional growth and development.
• Define goals and objectives for the team, aligning them with the company\'s overall strategic objectives.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and address any performance issues effectively.
• Plan, recruit, prioritize, and allocate resources effectively to ensure successful execution of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Provide governance, monitor project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and proactively implement mitigation strategies.
• Support collation and review of technical bid responses & engineering estimates
• Architect hardware solutions to support bid responses and to ensure modern, maintainable solutions.
• Ensure adherence to design standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices for hardware development.
• Build strong working relationships with corporate functional engineering managers to share and leverage training, processes, tools and best practice.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the team, assisting with complex problem-solving and decision-making.
• Create a culture of innovation, encouraging the exploration of new technologies and methodologies to enhance hardware development efficiency and quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless and integrated hardware development process.
• Coordinate with other departments, such as manufacturing and operations, to ensure successful product launches and smooth production transitions.
• Foster effective communication within the team, promoting knowledge sharing, open dialogue, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Provide thought leadership in industry and customer collaboration forums.

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll bring

The role of Hardware Engineering Manager requires the following experience and skills:

• Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in hardware development, with expertise in electronics, PCB, mechanical, and FPGA design.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in a leadership or managerial role, overseeing hardware development teams.
• Strong technical background and knowledge in hardware design principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Proficiency in hardware design tools and software, such as Altium, Xpedition, Cadence, or similar tools.
• Experience with FPGA development tools, such as Xilinx or Altera/Intel Quartus.
• Familiarity with mechanical design principles, thermal management, and enclosure design.
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance standards for electronic products.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and decision-making abilities.

Important to know

Due to the nature of our work many our roles require a UK nationality and the ability to obtain a security clearance. Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and will be subject to government security checks.

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Job Profile Matching Criteria: Expertise Engineering, Engineering--Electrical, Engineering--Mechanical
Location UK - England - Fleet, UK - England - Tewkesbury

L3Harris Technologies