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Job Title: Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester – Onsite Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on skills and experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: This role involves executing complex hardware design tasks in line with the agreed development plan, ensuring delivery within defined timescales and budgets. You will work within established engineering processes and hardware standards, contributing to high‑quality, reliable design outputs. Strong analytical capability and a structured approach to problem‑solving are essential. In addition, you will lead hardware requirements capture, preliminary design, and detailed design activities, carrying out a range of analysis tasks to validate technical decisions. The role encourages an innovative mindset, identifying opportunities to enhance design efficiency and improve working practices. Core duties: • Working with other disciplines within an integrated team to optimise solutions and minimise impacts from dependencies, • Providing technical guidance and support to the development and delivery of all aspects of digital &/or analogue electronics solutions, • Coaching & developing the skills of junior team members Essential Skills: • A Degree/HND or equivalent experience in electronics engineering, • Proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies, • Experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification (Such as DO-254), • Ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs, • Robust understanding of product design and work package control, • Familiarity with Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Simetrix, LT Spice tools The Hardware Team As a Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls, Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 8th September 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-NB1 #LI-Onsite

Main informationTerm Type: PermanentFulltime: TrueExternal Department: Business ServicesLocation Text: Ipswich, Norwich, Cambridge, Bristol, SevenoaksAbout usBirketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals and over 600 staff based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client.We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face.Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 6th best law firm to work at in 2026.With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 45% of our partnership.The team you will joinOur IT Team sits within our wider Business Services Division. The team is responsible for all aspects of IT across the business, covering User Support, Infrastructure, Security, Data and Development Teams. This role sits within a cross-functional team focused on developing innovative solutions that improve how our colleagues deliver legal services and enable better client outcomes, aligned with our strategy ‘Empowering clients and colleagues to achieve their next level’.The work you will be doingAs Product Delivery Team Leader, you will support the successful evolution and continuous improvement of Birketts' digital products and services. Working closely with business stakeholders, Product Managers, Business Analysts and technical leadership, you will ensure that product priorities are aligned with business needs and focused on delivering meaningful value to the firm.Working in partnership with the Director of Business Solutions and the Product Development Team Leader, you will facilitate effective product planning, discovery and prioritisation activities, ensuring teams make informed decisions about what to build and why.The role will support Birketts' transition from traditional project-based delivery towards a more product-led approach. You will coach Business Analysts and Product Managers, helping to develop product management capability, encourage collaboration with stakeholders, and promote continuous learning and improvement across digital product teams.You will work closely with the firm's Business Change function on firmwide initiatives delivered through more traditional project-based approaches, helping to ensure alignment between the wider technology roadmap, operational change and transformational change activities. The role will support effective collaboration between Business Change, product management and technology teams, helping ensure the most appropriate delivery approach is adopted based on the nature of the initiative and the outcomes being sought, recognising that some initiatives may be best suited to structured project delivery while others will benefit from more product-led or agile delivery approaches.Success in this role will be reflected in stronger product management capability, clearer product priorities, and improved alignment between business needs and delivery outcomes.Main Responsibilities:Work with stakeholders to understand business needs and help shape product initiatives and prioritiesAssist Product Managers and Business Analysts in defining and maintaining product backlogsLead prioritisation discussions and provide constructive challenge to ensure effort is focused on the highest-value opportunitiesLead the development and communication of product roadmaps alongside Product Managers and stakeholdersEnsure product priorities are clearly defined, understood and aligned with business objectivesEnsure product priorities appropriately consider business value, risk, compliance and operational impactsPromote product discovery practices that help teams better understand user needs, business challenges and opportunities for improvementEncourage the use of stakeholder feedback, user insight and data to inform product decisionsSupport teams in reviewing outcomes and identifying opportunities for continuous improvementHelp ensure products continue to evolve in line with changing business needsLead, mentor and develop Business Analysts and Product Managers; build and mature Birketts' product management capabilityLead the growth of product management skills, including discovery, prioritisation, stakeholder management and outcome-focused thinkingEncourage collaboration, knowledge sharing and continuous learning across the teamSupport individuals in setting objectives and developing their professional capabilitiesSupport Birketts' transition from project-based delivery towards a more product-led approachSupport the adoption of consistent product management, discovery and prioritisation practices across digital product teamsEncourage outcome-focused decision making and effective collaboration between business and technology teamsWork closely with the Director of Business Solutions and Product Development Team Leader to continuously improve how products are shaped, prioritised and evolvedWork with Business Change, Infrastructure, Security and Architecture stakeholders to align product roadmaps with technology standards, operational considerations and wider business prioritiesEnsure products balance user needs, business priorities, risk and compliance requirementsPlease note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested.What we are looking forExperience supporting the delivery and continuous improvement of digital products or servicesExperience balancing user needs, business priorities and delivery constraints when making product decisionsExperience leading product planning, roadmap development and prioritisation activities for digital products or servicesA strong understanding of product management principles, including product discovery, prioritisation and continuous improvementExperience working with Business Analysts, Product Managers, Product Owners or similar rolesAbility to coach individuals and teams in developing product management capabilityExperience helping organisations adopt more product-led ways of workingStrong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across business and technology teamsAble to balance competing priorities and support informed decision making in complex environmentsComfortable working collaboratively with technical and delivery teams to shape and evolve productsA pragmatic, outcome-focused approach, with a willingness to challenge constructively and drive continuous improvementStrong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiencesAn interest in developing people, fostering collaboration and building high-performing teamsDegree-qualified or able to demonstrate equivalent relevant experienceHybrid WorkingBirketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. This role attracts a split of 60% office days and 40% working from home days per week.We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application. BenefitsAs a Birketts colleague, you will be eligible to receive a wide range of benefits:25 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous servicePrivate Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed)Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee)Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share)Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health InsurancePaid CSR DayEnhanced Maternity/Paternity LeaveSubsidised gym membershipElectric car schemeDress for your Day PolicyYou can find out more on our website: Inclusivity and CultureAt Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation.We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit.If you require this advert in an accessible format, please visit https://diversityjobsgroup.com/company/birketts/Artificial Intelligence (AI)At Birketts, we recognise the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the legal profession and recruitment. We welcome innovation and understand that candidates may use AI tools to support their job applications. However, we expect all applicants to use AI responsibly and ethically.Our expectations regarding AI use in applications:Your application should reflect your own voice, experiences, and insights. AI may assist in structuring or refining your responses, but it must not replace your personal input.Do not use AI to misrepresent your qualifications, experiences, or skills. Any form of exaggeration or fabrication may result in rejection from the process.If you have used AI tools to assist with your application, be prepared to discuss how and why you used them during the interview process.Do not submit content generated by AI tools that may include personal or sensitive data not intended for public disclosure.AI-generated content should be reviewed and edited by you to ensure accuracy, relevance, and alignment with the role and our firm’s values. We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices. The use of AI should enhance, not compromise, your application. We encourage candidates to demonstrate critical thinking, commercial awareness, and a genuine interest in our firm.If you have any questions about our expectations or the use of AI in your application, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team via talent@birketts.co.uk

Job Title: Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester – Onsite Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on skills and experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: This role involves executing complex hardware design tasks in line with the agreed development plan, ensuring delivery within defined timescales and budgets. You will work within established engineering processes and hardware standards, contributing to high‑quality, reliable design outputs. Strong analytical capability and a structured approach to problem‑solving are essential. In addition, you will lead hardware requirements capture, preliminary design, and detailed design activities, carrying out a range of analysis tasks to validate technical decisions. The role encourages an innovative mindset, identifying opportunities to enhance design efficiency and improve working practices. Core duties: Working with other disciplines within an integrated team to optimise solutions and minimise impacts from dependencies Providing technical guidance and support to the development and delivery of all aspects of digital &/or analogue electronics solutions Coaching & developing the skills of junior team members Essential Skills: A Degree/HND or equivalent experience in electronics engineering Proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies Experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification (Such as DO-254) Ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs Robust understanding of product design and work package control Familiarity with Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Simetrix, LT Spice tools The Hardware Team As a Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls, Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 8th September 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-NB1 #LI-Onsite