Electronics Design Contract - 3-6 months - £500-600 p/d

Contract Senior Space Systems Engineer (Avionics & Robotics) Location: UK-based (Regular travel to European integration sites) Rate: £500 - £600 per day Duration: 3-6 Months Initial Contract The Project We are looking for an experienced Avionics & Electrical Systems Engineer to support the rapid development and deployment of next-generation systems for the space industry. This project sits at the forefront of space innovation, merging satellite platform reliability with cutting-edge robotic payload capabilities. You will join an agile, multi-disciplinary team responsible for the full electrical architecture of flight hardware, ensuring mission success from conceptual design through to launch readiness. Key Responsibilities Electrical Architecture: Define and document subsystem interfaces, power distribution, and data architectures for spacecraft and robotic payloads. Requirements & Procurement: Lead requirements engineering and equipment specification; manage technical relationships with specialist space-sector subcontractors. Electronics Development: Support the design and build of bespoke electronics boards and define flight/test harness requirements. AIV/AIT Leadership: Define EGSE requirements and lead the functional testing, commissioning, and validation of electrical subsystems. Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as the technical authority on grounding, EMC, and power budget concerns, advising internal teams and external stakeholders. Verification: Develop and execute comprehensive validation and test plans (V&V) to ensure hardware survivability and performance in space environments. Essential Experience Space Industry Tenure: Minimum 5+ years of experience in Space Systems or Avionics Engineering. Robotics & Control: Specialist knowledge in analogue and digital electronics design for space-segment robotics and motor control systems. Data Protocols: Proficiency with space-standard communication buses (e.g., SpaceWire, CAN, Ethernet). Testing & Integration: Extensive experience in the specification, commissioning, and functional testing of flight-critical hardware. Academic Background: Degree (BSc/MSc) in Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics with a focus on space applications. Travel & Logistics This contract requires a flexible approach, as it involves frequent travel across the UK and Europe to coordinate with partner facilities and oversee integration activities