Electrical & Electronics Engineers

AWE have exciting opportunities for motivated and experienced Electrical & Electronics Engineers, who are keen to apply and develop their skills and knowledge. We have roles for engineers at various stages of their careers and are able to offer excellent development and progression opportunities. You will be working within a team of experienced engineers supporting the delivery, assessment, and testing of warhead electrical/electronic systems and components. Within the role, responsibilities include:

• Assessment of new designs for suitability for service use.
• Qualification of new components.
• Test and assessment of components and systems as part of an ongoing surveillance programme.
• Specification of trials and surveillance activities.
• Engaging with US counterparts on surveillance and test activities.
  
  A degree qualification (or equivalent, e.g. HNC plus vocational training) in electrical/electronic engineering, followed by relevant experience.
• Experience in the designing, testing, and fault-finding of electrical/electronic circuits, with the ability to analyse and assess existing designs.
• Knowledge of the application of electronics to defence systems would be an advantage, but not essential.
  
  Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. The successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Aldermaston.
Package:
• Engineer (graduates, HNC with experience): £29,650 - £37,000
• Experienced Engineer (graduates with post-graduate experience): £37,860 - £47,000
• Senior Engineer (Engineers experienced at leading programmes): £47,690 - £65,000.
A relocation package may be available (terms and conditions apply). Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.,
• 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
• Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.