Principal Pulsed Power Scientist Closing Date: 4th March 2025 Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking . Due to the experimental and classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. 68,000 salary range (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) A relocation package may be available (terms and conditions apply). We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Let us introduce the role AWE is currently looking for either an experienced scientist or electrical/electronic engineer to work within our Pulsed Power teams. This is a great opportunity to be involved in unique scientific research which underpins the safety and performance of our defence programmes. We are looking for senior Physicists or experienced Electrical/Electronic Engineers to step into this role and work with AWE and its internal stakeholders to deliver important data and projects to the wider business. This role also comes with exciting opportunities to travel to the US, France and within the UK to represent the business. To lead the design, construction, and commissioning of high pulsed power systems. Develop collaborative programmes with academia, industry, and government laboratories to tailor emergent technologies to AWE need. Provide technical leadership of projects at phases from concept to commissioning. A degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification. Demonstrated delivery of projects with at least one or more of the following aspects: pulsed power, radiofrequency technologies, electron beam control and high voltage design. Previous experience in leading technical projects and/or task management. Previous experience in planning and safely executing hazardous experimentation trials. Understanding of power distribution, including power network modelling and analysis. You will need to be able and willing to travel across the UK, and to the US and France to represent the business. meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts - Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.