This is an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Electronics Design Engineer working within the Raytheon UK Air Traffic Management Business area. The role will provide support to both the radar Design Authority and the hardware development team, and you will be involved in the following tasks:
- Design of analogue and digital circuits for Air Traffic Radar systems. To take responsibility for the design and overall quality of the hardware under the supervision of the Product Design Authority.
- Documentation of design specifications and implementation details. Taking part in design reviews. Upholding of hardware design standards and methodologies.
- Realisation of complex system requirements to provide robust and reliable hardware solutions.
- Collaboration with other team members (including both hardware and software engineers) to agree system designs, interfaces and protocols etc.
- Development of appropriate test hardware and procedures, both informal and formal, to prove the correct operation of hardware.
- Providing support to manufacturing answering product queries & resolving technical issues.
- Monitoring and reporting of progress of development to immediate supervisor.
- Proactively support company compliance to Health and Safety legislation through adherence to company polices, processes and practices.
- Ensuring that all business activity is conducted in line with company values, policies and ethics codes of conduct.
Candidate requirements
Essential
- Minimum 2:2 undergraduate degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering/Aerospace Electronic Engineering/Electronic Engineering (already achieved or to be completed by 1 September 2025)
- The successful candidate will be required to complete the SC Security Clearance application. Please visit the government website for further information: National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK
- Flexibility on location and ability to travel to our UK facilities and overseas
- Excellent STEM skills demonstrated through academic achievement
- A passion for succeeding in a fast-paced, technology industry
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationshipsA full CV, including your university and pre-university grades (GCSE/National 5/Highers/Advanced Highers/A Levels/College Course, etc.), and a cover letter explaining why you are applying for this role at Raytheon UK
About the Graduate Development Programme (GDP)
At Raytheon UK, we’re excited to work with and support talented individuals during their careers through our Graduate Development Programme (GDP). This structured 2-year programme blends on-the-job experience with comprehensive training, ensuring that graduates are supported in their transition from university to a thriving professional career.
Our GDP is not just about skills development — it’s about building connections, leadership capabilities, and career growth. Throughout the programme, you’ll have access to the following:
- Leadership Development: Enhance your leadership skills through coaching, mentoring, and career development support
- Business Skills: Gain hands-on experience in project management, supply chain, strategy, and more, working on real-world business challenges
- Raytheon UK actively encourages diversity of ideas, thoughts, and networking opportunities and has created Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that support Diversity, Equity and Inclusion which includes RTX ADAPT, RTX WISE, RTX VETS, RTX NXTGEN, RTX MCN and RTX Pride.
- Join our award-winning STEM team at UK wide events from Airshows to careers talks.
- Community Impact: Join the 'Million Makers' challenge to support the King’s Trust (formerly the Prince’s Trust) in fundraising for social impact projects and also grow your business acumen, team working and networking skills.
- Microsoft Training: Improving skills in Excel and PowerPoint
- Opportunities to complete professional qualifications relevant to the role and career development (e.g.Charterships for Engineers)
- Pay Reviews: Biannual pay reviews in your first two years to ensure your career growth is matched with competitive compensation
- Grow your network through attending a range of exciting Early Careers & STEM events
What our graduates say
“The Raytheon Graduate scheme is a supported way to kick start your career, providing you with a relatable cohort and the necessary skills to progress; it has felt like a safe space to learn in. Events ranged from learning about Business Development to developing Presentation Skills”
“I’ve found being on the GDP really helped me settle in and learn key skills essential for my day-to-day work. The structured training modules provide a nice change of pace and allow me to focus on my professional development, developing key skills such as authentic and inclusive leadership, presenting and strategic decision making. The GDP also allows me to engage with fellow grads from different sites across the UK, expanding my network. Being on the GDP also means you get additional support from line managers, which is vital for making the transition from university to full time work a success.”