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Electronic systems principal engineer (level 7)

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Leading on complex Electronic Systems projects from conception through the whole design-implement-operation life cycle to obsolescence.

• Knowledge, skills and behaviours:
  View knowledge, skills and behaviours

  Knowledge

  • Advanced concepts in specialist areas of Electronic Engineering such as Digital Signal Processing, Embedded Systems, Microelectronics, Real Time Computing, Analogue Electronics, Nano Technologies, Control Systems, Photonic Technologies, Radio Frequency and Wireless Communications
  • How to apply theoretic understanding to analyse complex problems in both existing and emerging Electronic technologies to deliver innovative engineering solutions
  • State of the art techniques, tools and methodologies used in the design, realisation, verification and testing of Electronic Systems
  • Regulatory and compliance frameworks, international standards, codes of practice and protocols relevant to Electronic Systems
  • Wider socio-economic factors, organisational context and wider business environment.
  • Legal and commercial aspects relating to Electronic Systems, for instance Intellectual Property and patents

  Skills

  • Evaluate complex technical information relating to Electronics to draw rational conclusions and to make informed engineering decisions
  • Apply systems thinking and methodology to problem solving in Electronics
  • Assess impact of external changes and technological developments in Electronics
  • Organise and plan engineering projects and tasks within agreed constraints and quality standards
  • Manage budgets and control technical resources
  • Communicate effectively and professionally with all levels
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships and is able to interact and influence a range of internal and external stakeholders
  • Lead teams and manage staff
  • Apply effective time management techniques and be able to multi-task whilst meeting deadlines

  Behaviours

  • Self-motivated and is able to work independently
  • Able to take responsibility for their actions, demonstrates resilience and acts with integrity
  • Be a reflective engineering practitioner, who is committed to their own personal learning and professional development
  • Works collaboratively; an enabler who willingly shares knowledge and experience
  • Promotes diversity, inclusion and equality
  • Complies with relevant Codes of Conduct and exercises responsibilities in a safe, sustainable and ethical manner
• Apprenticeship category (sector): Engineering and manufacturing
• Qualification level: 7; Equal to master’s degree
• Course duration: 36 months
• Maximum funding: £14,000 ; Maximum government funding for ; apprenticeship training and assessment costs.

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