Senior Hardware Design Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 12, 2026. BAE Systems scores B on the Alion truth index.
Location(s): UK, Europe & Africa : UK : Guildford
BAE Systems Digital Intelligence is home to 4,500 digital, cyber and intelligence experts. We work collaboratively across 10 countries to collect, connect and understand complex data, so that governments, nation states, armed forces and commercial businesses can unlock digital advantage in the most demanding environments.
Job Title: Senior Hardware Design Engineer
Location: Guildford (Onsite working)
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.
Role Description
The Wireless Products team works with the UK Government and its trusted partners to develop hardware solutions which are deployed within challenging environments around the world.
The team is passionate about developing technology that helps protect people and keep society safe.
Witness your concepts come to life through the entire end-to-end engineering process. Brace yourself for technical challenges that demand your problem-solving prowess.
Due to the nature of our work in Wireless candidates must hold, or be eligible to gain UK security clearance and meet nationality requirements. Additionally, we cannot offer regular remote working but do provide a flexible working environment that respects the needs of our people’s personal lives.
Essential Requirements
High Speed or RF PCB Design, Circuit Design, component selection.
Experience owning the design choices and taking products through full development lifecycle.
Onsite Dedication: Work onsite to immerse in our secure environment.
Security Clearance: Qualify for full, unrestricted, UK Security Clearance.
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.
We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please
contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at baesystems.com/connect
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.
Life at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence
Diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of BAE Systems Digital Intelligence. We are proud to have an organisational culture where employees with varying perspectives, skills, life experiences and backgrounds - the best and brightest minds - can work together to achieve excellence and realise individual and organisational potential.