Electronics Engineer

Design it. Test it. Trust it with lives!

Step into a role where engineering meets real-world impact. As an Electronics Engineer within our Systems team at Denham, you’ll join a tight-knit group of experts designing the electronics behind life-saving aerospace technology. From concept to cockpit, your work will power cutting-edge ejection seat and safety systems built to perform in the most extreme, safety-critical environments.

Direct Impact, Global Scale. Life-Saving Mission.

At Martin-Baker, the work we do matters. We design, manufacture and support life-saving equipment used by aircrew around the world. Our products operate in demanding environments, where quality, reliability and attention to detail are critical.

We’re proud of our long history in aerospace and defence, also focused on the future. Joining Martin-Baker means becoming part of a business with a clear purpose, strong engineering capability and a long-term commitment to its people, products and customers.

Whether you work in engineering, operations, commercial, finance, supply chain or support functions, your contribution helps deliver equipment that protects lives. It is challenging work, but it is also meaningful, and with over 7,700 lives saved, it gives our people the opportunity to be part of something with real impact. 

The Opportunity

As an Electronics Engineer, you’ll join a collaborative, cross-functional Systems Integrated Product Team, working alongside mechanical, systems and software engineers to deliver fully integrated solutions.

You’ll play a key role in developing electronic design solutions that meet strict regulatory, customer and internal standards, contributing across the full product lifecycle from concept through to implementation and verification. 

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of aerospace programmes, where no two projects are the same. You’ll gain exposure to broader systems engineering while operating within a highly engaged and supportive team environment.

This role is based at the Denham site, with hybrid working considered following the probation period (6 months). 

What You’ll Do

•    Develop electronic design solutions that meet customer, regulatory and internal standards. 

•    Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including schematics, PCB layouts and engineering reports. 

•    Design, prototype and test electronic hardware to support product development and delivery. 

•    Review peer designs, identify issues and contribute to continuous improvement in design quality. 

•    Plan and manage workload effectively, providing accurate task estimates and progress updates. 

•    Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and support verification, analysis and testing to ensure designs meet programme and certification requirements.

What We’re Looking For

•    Strong understanding of modern electronics and electronic design principles. 

•    Experience using schematic capture and PCB design tools such as Altium or OrCAD (essential). 

•    Ability to develop electronic design solutions aligned to strict regulatory or industry standards. 

•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and develop solutions. 

•    Excellent communication skills, with the ability to prepare and review technical documentation. 

•    Good time management and ability to manage multiple workstreams across programmes. 

•    A proactive, curious mindset with a willingness to learn, improve and take ownership of work. 

•    Experience in aerospace, defence or other highly regulated industries (desirable).

•    Degree in Electronic Engineering (or related discipline) and working towards professional membership (desirable).

•    Share and demonstrate the Martin-Baker values.

Our Values

At Martin-Baker, we value professionalism, understanding, teamwork, humility, accountability and integrity. We look for people who take pride in their work, collaborate openly and act with care because the work we do matters.

What We Offer

•    Excellent pension package with strong employer support — Martin-Baker contributes 9% of your salary (non-contributory to the employee)

•    Life Assurance

•    Lunchtime finish on a Friday

•    Personalised training and development plan

•    Healthcare plan

•    25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

•    Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave

•    Martin-Baker + (retail discounts platform)

•    Occupational Health team

•    Workplace Nursery Benefit scheme

•    Cycle to work scheme

How to Apply / Your Interview Journey

Please submit your CV and should you wish, a brief covering letter outlining your suitability, including any relevant experience, skills and expertise you can bring to the role.

After submitting your application, your details will be reviewed and the recruitment team will be in touch.

First stage interview – an initial virtual discussion to explore your background, motivations and suitability for the role. 

Final stage interview – a face-to-face technical assessment with members of the electronics leadership team, allowing you to demonstrate your technical capability and approach. 

We believe in equal opportunity, committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected. We want you to be able to do your best work.

Martin-Baker is a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, showing our support and commitment to our Armed Forces and their families, proudly supporting those who serve.

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS).

The role also involves access to information governed by U.S. Export Control Laws (including ITAR); therefore, all applicants must satisfy ITAR eligibility requirements.