Senior / Principal Hardware Architect

Expleo is a leading Global Engineering Services Provider with UK presence in 10 locations. We are seeking an experienced Hardware Architect to work with our client, hybrid attendance at Templecombe. In this role the successful candidate will lead the definition and design of hardware architectures supporting ASW capabilities. This will include electronics, power, and mechanical integration for sonar, sensors, and control systems.

We are looking for an energetic and driven individual with broad expertise, however of particular interest would be candidates with aerospace or military experience.

This role represents a great opportunity to work with a blue-chip client, contributing to the security of the UK and our allies. Valued attributes are a team player who can use their initiative and has a real passion for engineering with an attention to detail, combined with a thorough, methodical approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

The Hardware Architect will perform, but not be limited to the following type of activities centred on the development and delivery of ASW Sonar and Sensor products:

• Define and manage hardware architectures for ASW sonar and sensor systems
• Develop specifications, interface control documents, and hardware integration strategies
• Collaborate with systems and software architects to ensure coherent end-to-end solutions
• Lead hardware trade studies, risk assessments, and design reviews
• Support design for manufacture, environmental qualification, and through-life support considerations
  
  

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related discipline. A lower qualification would be acceptable for example HNC/HND should the candidate be able to demonstrate significant demonstrable experience in lieu
  
  

Essential Skills

• Strong understanding of electronics, power distribution, and mechanical integration.
• Familiarity with environmental standards (e.g. DEF STAN, MIL-STD) for underwater systems.
• Ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams through the design life cycle.
  
  

Desired Skills

• Ability to analyse complex technical problems and generate effective solutions.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.
  
  

Experience

• 15 years post graduate work experience relevant to this role
• Experience in hardware architecture for defence or complex engineering systems.
• Submarine or wider Maritime Defence experience preferred; SONAR experience is a distinct advantage.
• Design for Test/Design for Manufacture
• Evidencing solutions meet requirements
• Understanding of environmental requirements and the verification/validation of same.
  
  

What Do I Need Before I Apply

• UK sole National
• BPSS Cleared
• Able to obtain SC
• Ability/willingness to work minimum 3 days per week at Templecombe
  
  

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
• Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
• Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
• Communicating and promoting vacancies
• Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
• Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
• Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people
  

“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”.

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive