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Head of Hardware Engineering

Job description

Join a pioneering leader in Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (APNT) technologies, trusted by global innovators in autonomous vehicles, underwater exploration, defense, aerospace, and robotics. This forward-thinking organisation is expanding its Research and Development team to meet the growing demand for their state-of-the-art solutions. They are seeking a dynamic leader to drive the next generation of hardware innovation.


Key Responsibilities


  • Lead the hardware team, encompassing Electronics, FPGA, and Mechanical engineers.
  • Set technical direction and establish goals for the team.
  • Propose, review, and support the design tools utilised by the team.
  • Drive continuous improvement in development practices, with an emphasis on automation and toolchain enhancement.
  • Establish and uphold team-specific quality control practices and guidelines.
  • Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure well-integrated designs.
  • Create personal work packages with defined deliverables and provide regular progress updates.
  • Mentor and review team members to promote high-quality design practices.
  • Oversee talent productivity and foster an inclusive, high-performing culture.
  • Anticipate project delays and proactively implement alternative solutions.


Desired Skills and Attributes


  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
  • 10–20 years of experience in high-level electronics design and/or hardware management.
  • Proven track record of managing highly technical teams.
  • Expertise in designing and developing complex electronic systems.
  • Strong skills in precision analog data acquisition and high-speed digital circuit development.
  • Ability to translate high-level goals into detailed work package plans.
  • Proficient in planning and scheduling across short- and long-term timelines.
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and delegation capabilities.
  • Excellent operational decision-making and stakeholder engagement abilities.


Why Join?

This is your chance to work with an organisation that supports world-class clients across industries like aerospace, defense, robotics, and autonomous systems. You'll play a pivotal role in creating high-performance navigation technologies that power cutting-edge applications worldwide.


As part of a multidisciplinary team, you'll thrive in a culture of innovation and collaboration, gaining unique insights into the future of advanced technology. With a strong emphasis on professional development, workplace safety, and global impact, this is an opportunity to leave your mark in a field that is shaping tomorrow's world.


Apply now and one of the White Bay team will reach out to you very soon.


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