Senior Electronics Engineer

About Archangel Lightworks

Archangel Lightworks is a laser communications company building wireless technology. Founded in 2017, we believe that laser communications to and from satellites is a key component of next-generation infrastructure. Our core product, the TERRA-M , is a deployable optical ground station with proven capability for space – ground data transfer .

Our team develops and operates products that advance the security and resilience of critical national infrastructure. We value compassion, resilience, curiosity, ownership and integrity. Our start-up is a fast-paced and supportive environment, where you can contribute to novel technology with meaningful applications like reducing the Digital Divide.

Archangel Lightworks recently closed over £10 million of investment in an oversubscribed Series A funding round. Our company is also supported by the UK Space Agency, the UK's Department of Science and Technology (DSIT) and the UK Ministry of Defence.

About the job

We are seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer to lead the design, integration, and testing of complex subsystems within our Optical Communications Terminal. This is a hands-on, highly collaborative role. You'll work closely with our software, mechanical, and optical teams to ensure that all systems are integration-ready and fully verified for Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT).

Your responsibilities will include:

Providing strategic leadership of the electronics function to meet organisational objectives

Subsystem Ownership, leading the end-to-end development of electrical and electronic subsystems:

Requirements definition

Architectural design and trade studies

Design of electrical parts/systems

Component selection, procurement, and supplier coordination

Subsystem assembly and verification

Maintain power budgets, interface control documents, and system artifacts

Hardware-Software Integration

Integration at board and subsystem level

Implement and debug communication protocols (e.g. CAN, SPI, UART, I2C)

Coordinate with embedded software and firmware teams

PCB and Harness Development

Support PCB production, documentation, and sign-offs

Design, test, and maintain system harnessing

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