Our client, operating within the Defence and Security sector, is currently seeking a Principal Hardware Engineer on a contract basis to join their team. This role is essential for the design and development of hardware and firmware subsystems, focusing on advanced engineering solutions for future customer requirements.Key Responsibilities:Defining Digital Signal Processing specificationsDesigning and developing DSP systemsDefining ADC/DAC specificationsDesigning and developing ADC/DAC systemsIntegrating ADC/DAC into the digital processing systemCollaborating with experts and utilising world-class facilities for hardware deliveryTechnical problem-solving alongside hardware design and product developmentJob Requirements:Experience with mixed signal ADC/DAC, FPGA, and SoC based design for high-performance signal processing, communications, and controlProficient in AC/DC power conversionSkilled in requirements definition, analysis, and architecture developmentExperienced in PCB design and component engineeringAbility to conduct design verification and qualification testing, test and debugging, and production supportKnowledge of VPX system design and fast interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet, and JESDCProficiency in model-driven engineering using Matlab and Simulink toolsFamiliarity with Mentor design tools and a structured approach to electronic designUnderstanding of electronics test methods and equipmentHNC/HND or Undergraduate Degree in Electronic Engineering, Physics, or Applied