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Radar Backend Systems Development Engineer
AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited
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Source date: 11/4/2026
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Job Description: SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check) TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within UK LOCATION: Portsmouth (60% of your working week must be office based) TYPE: Full time WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU * Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more * Work / Life Balance: 37 hour week, flexible working around core hours, hybrid working, up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL. There are no core hours on Friday afternoons. Employees may use this flexibility at their discretion, provided they fulfil their contractual working hours and meet business needs (such as urgent deadlines or client requirements) * Personal Development: Personalised development plan and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities * Health & Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop, lunchtime pilates * Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for parental leave (23 weeks at 100% pay), adoption / shared parental / caregiving leave * Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity) Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight) to [cleaning up space](http://airbus.com/en/products-services/space/telecommunications-and-navigation-satellites/protection-against-space-debris), [sustainability is at the heart of our purpose](https://www.airbus.com/en/sustainability). So what's your next change? We are seeking a Radar Backend Systems Development Engineer to take responsibility for the architecture, specification, and delivery of the Radar payload’s digital Backend or elements of it. HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM * Define high-speed data architecture, including ultra-fast ADCs/DACs, high-throughput FPGAs/ASICs. Define the functional, digital signal processing, instrument commanding and operations strategy and requirements. * Responsible for the specification of the instrument digital backend and/or elements of it in order to achieve the required radar timing, control and digital processing. * Responsible for the definition of the interface between the radar instrument back-end and the platform and instrument front-end. Ensure the operational interface between the different subsystems. * Define development plans, model philosophies, and verification and test strategies, taking into account technical constraints, commercial aspects, and the existing product strategy ABOUT YOU * Degree in Electrical Engineering or a comparable field * Experience in the development of digital, high-speed, and/or mixed-signal electronics * Experience with specific analyses for spaceborne electronics Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions. HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request. Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence. As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition under the Equality Act 2010 and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To ‘opt in’, just select the option during your application submission and your application will be considered accordingly. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth. Company: AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited Employment Type: Permanent ------- Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Chief Engineering & Architecture <JF-EN-EA> By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [emsom@airbus.com](mailto:emsom@airbus.com). At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide. 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