Western Cape: Senior Electronic Hardware Design Engineer posted by Recruitpro Solutions

• Lead the design, simulation, schematic capture, and PCB layout of LRUs in line with system specifications
• Apply and follow electronic hardware design processes, ensuring thorough documentation in line with hardware design plans
• Take part in technical peer reviews, providing feedback and ensuring design quality
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, offering technical support and leadership
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams (software, mechanical, DSP, RF, aeronautical) to achieve seamless hardware integration
• Test, validate, and verify hardware designs against applicable standards (DO-160, MIL-STD-704)
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues impacting design and performance
• Stay up to date with advancements in electronic hardware design and apply innovations to ongoing and future projects

Desired Experience and Qualifications

• BEng or MEng in Electronic Engineering (or equivalent qualification)
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in hardware design (15 years preferred); aerospace or defence sector experience advantageous
• Extensive expertise in analogue, digital, and communication electronic hardware design
• Proficiency in:
  • Altium (non-negotiable)
  • LTspice or similar circuit simulation software
  • Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong knowledge of schematic design, PCB design, circuit analysis, development processes, and testing procedures
• Familiarity with key industry standards, including DO-160, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-704, MIL-STD-810, and DO-254
• Preferred technical experience:
  • 3U VPX and 3U VPX backplane design
  • MTBF calculations and FMEA circuit analysis
  • High-speed digital design (50GbE to 100GbE)
  • Ansys and IPC PCB design courses for military and aerospace applications

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving ability with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and contribute effectively to multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to following structured design processes and delivering high-quality, reliable designs