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From engineering systems that save lives to leading programs that change the battlefield-find your place in the future of defense.\nCyber Business\nOur Cyber business unit is at the forefront of pioneering advanced cryptographic and key management solutions, facilitating the confidential exchange of vital information for customers operating at both tactical and strategic echelons. Join our team and participate in the innovation that ensures the highest security and trust worldwide.\nJob Description\nRole SummaryDesign and layout complex multi-layer (4 - 20 layers) Printed Circuit Boards to be used in commercial, security, aerospace and space sectors, within the Cyber Business Unit, delivering multiple concurrent research, development and production programmes ranging from tens of £k to several £m.\nWe are happy to consider applications from Engineers seeking both full-time and part-time positions.\nKey Responsibilities\nDesign and layout complex multi-layer (4 - 20 layers) rigid, semi-rigid or flexi Printed Circuit Boards, that contain through, buried and blind vias to be used in commercial, security, aerospace and space sectors, following Ultra’s processes.\nDesign PCB layouts for analogue, RF, digital, power, high-speed and highly reliable circuits in accordance with DO-254 if required.\nDesign PCB layouts considering security, EMC and TEMPEST implications and rules.\nWith input from Production Test, incorporate test points in the layout to make the PCB testable without comprising the performance required by hardware engineers.\nWork with the electronic hardware team to understand circuit requirements such as trace impedances, separations and any limitations, EMC and TEMPEST considerations and signal integrity rules, to ensure the PCB conforms to them.\nLiaise with bare PCB fabricators and PCB assembly houses, as required, to ensure the design is of high quality and conforms to their stack-up, DRC, DFM and DFT requirements.\nWork with the mechanical engineers to ensure the PCB design is in accordance with their requirements and space envelope.\nLiaising with the procurement and supply chain teams to ensure a seamless transition to manufacture.\nCAD library administration including symbol, footprint generation and database administration.\nAbility to multi-task and prioritise workload, and work under pressure to deliver on multiple projects at the same time.\nParticipating in designs reviews with electrical and mechanical hardware engineers.\nDevelop and maintain knowledge of best practice PCB design processes and tools.\nEstimate time and effort required for PCB design activities and deliver to these time and effort estimates to ensure cost and schedule adherence.\nProposes improvements in tools, processes and techniques that support quality and innovation and make PCB design more efficient and effective.\nActively contribute to and/or lead defined aspects of the project to achieve optimal balance between requirements, schedule and cost.\nGenerate and review technical proposals, and provide accurate estimates for the associated effort, costs and risks, for bids and proposals, leading to contract awards.\nExplains technically complex concepts clearly to less technical/involved parties.\nRequired Experience, Skills and Qualifications\nDegree in an engineering, mathematical or science-based subject or equivalent experience.\nExperience of PCB design, routing and layout of complex, high-density electronic circuit assemblies, including through-hole and fine-pitch SMT components.\nExtensive experience of using industry standard toolsets for PCB layout and simulation.\nIn-depth knowledge of routing practices, guidelines and IPC standards.\nExperience of implementing DFM and DFT features on PCBs and review processes with suppliers.\nMust have proven experience of using modern design tools with a record of successful PCB designs covering a range of complex PCBs e.g. multi-layer, high speed digital, RF, analogue and power distribution.\nDesirable Experience, Skills and Qualifications\nExperience of signal integrity analysis on routed PCBs.\nUnderstanding of power distribution and thermal aspects of PCB design.\nExperience of Gerber file and ODB++ manipulation.\nCarrying out complex layout using Altium or PADs.\nAbility to create schematics using Altium or PADs.\nExperience of using Windchill for version control.\n#LI-EG1\n#IC\n#LI-ONSITE\nNotice\nDue to the nature of the programs we deliver for our customers, candidates may need to obtain the relevant security clearance or handle export-controlled material as defined by the role's requirements. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance for the role. Due to the nature of our work, you must be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. For more information, please visit the UKSV website.\nOur Benefits\nEvery employee is critical to our success, and as such, we offer a range of flexible employee benefits, including:\nParticipation in an Annual Bonus Scheme\n\nPrivate Medical Cover\n\n25 days’ holiday (plus Bank Holidays) with the option to buy an extra 5 days\n\nPension Contribution\n\n4 x Life Assurance Cover\n\nFlexible working hours with opportunity for a 1pm finish on a Friday\n\nFlexible benefits including cycle to work scheme, will writing and more\n\nSecurity Clearance Allowance - where relevant and subject to you holding the required security clearance\n\nDiversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement\nAt Ultra I&C, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusivity. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be the best version of yourself. We also believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures will increase our diversity of thinking, ensuring we successfully deliver to our customers. We, therefore, do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We also support requests for flexible working arrangements wherever possible. 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