The role is responsible for developing and advancing control and signal processing solutions for Fibre Optic Gyroscopes (FOG). Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, the engineer will improve sensor performance, robustness and reliability through modelling, algorithm development and experimental validation. The role focuses on optimising closed-loop control and digital signal processing to improve FOG performance, stability and agile response. It also translates system requirements into algorithm designs and specifications for FPGA implementation.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and optimize closed-loop control and digital signal processing algorithms, including signal acquisition and timing, to meet FOG performance requirements.
- Develop models and analysis methods to understand system behaviour and guide design decisions.
- Investigate performance limitations and deliver improvements through structured analysis and experimental validation.
- Collaborate with photonics, electronics, FPGA and firmware engineers to translate algorithm concepts into practical, real-time solutions.
- Define performance requirements and verification approaches, ensuring solutions meet system and product needs.
- Support system integration, characterisation and troubleshooting throughout development and production.
- Provide technical ownership across the development lifecycle, from concept and feasibility studies through implementation, verification and production support.
- Take ownership of assigned technical work packages, including planning, risk management, documentation and delivery.

Essential Experience and Skills

- Degree in control engineering, electrical or electronic engineering, physics, applied mathematics, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience developing control and digital signal processing solutions for real-time systems.
- Strong capability in mathematical modelling, simulation and experimental data analysis.
- Practical experience validating algorithms on hardware and resolving system-level performance issues.
- Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or equivalent engineering tools.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience with Fibre Optic Gyroscopes, inertial sensors, optical instrumentation or precision measurement systems.
- Familiarity with FPGA or embedded implementations of control and signal processing algorithms.
- Experience supporting product development from prototype through verification and production.

S oft Skills

- Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple engineering disciplines.
- Ability to collaborate in a highly integrated multidisciplinary team environment.




- Proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
- Strong ownership mindset and accountability for technical outcomes.
- Commitment to knowledge sharing, mentoring, and fostering a collaborative engineering culture.

The Hardware Engineering person is tasked with Design to Production ensuring that products and processes consistently meet quality standards and customer specifications.

Technical design discussion with customer on design specification, component selection moving to design execution and project management.

High-speed Hardware design from specification discussion to design execution for custom hardware design.

Component selection in discussion with various stakeholders (core components and peripheral components selection).

Supplier Quality: Collaborating with Purchasing and Engineering departments to evaluate supplier performance, conducting audits, and improving incoming material quality.

Inspection & Testing: Developing and implementing inspection procedures for incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.

Documentation & Reporting: Maintaining comprehensive quality records such as inspection reports, non-conformance reports, and corrective action logs, while generating regular quality performance reports for management.

Process Monitoring: Overseeing manufacturing processes to ensure adherence to procedures and identifying opportunities for process optimization to reduce defects and enhance efficiency.

Quality Audits: Participating in internal and external audits, including ISO 9001 compliance, to uphold quality management system standards.

Customer Feedback: Assisting in investigating customer complaints related to product quality and implementing solutions to improve satisfaction.

Continuous Improvement: Engaging actively in continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, 8D problem-solving, and statistical process control (SPC)

Job Level Specifications:

- Mastery knowledge of industry best practices and disciplines. Considered a subject matter expert within the organization and contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques and standards.
- Develops solutions to highly complex and uniquely challenging situations. Assignments require extensive evaluation of alternatives and variables. Expected to make improvements to policies and procedures.




- Works independently toward long-range goals and objectives. Assignments are often self-initiated using independent judgment and discretion. May act as informal team lead and/or coach less experienced team members.
- Serves as consultant to management and/or internal/external spokesperson for the organization on major initiatives related to policies, plans and long-range objectives.
- Actions may impact the organization and its reputation. Effects of erroneous decisions may be long-lasting, influence the future course of the organization and/or require the expenditure of extensive additional resources.

Work Experience:

Typically 8+ years with at least 3 years of experience in Highspeed Hardware Design (PCBA)

Education and Certification(s):

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Good understanding of Highspeed (Multigiga bit or RF) design requirements.

Experience in Altium design tools (Schematics and PCB design tools).

Strong understanding of quality control methodologies, tools, and techniques (e.g., SPC, MSA, FMEA, Control Plans, Root Cause Analysis, 8D).

Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, PCB assembly drawing and technical specifications.

Familiarity with relevant quality management system standards (e.g., ISO 9001). Knowledge of industry-specific standards (e.g. AS9100) is a significant advantage.

Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

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