RF and Microwave Design Engineer

The RF and Microwave Design Team provide innovative solutions serving aerospace, defence, and space market spaces, primarily in the design and development of radar and telecommunication products.

In this role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers to design, test, and troubleshoot RF systems. You will support the development activities throughout the entire product lifecycle. This will include understanding customer requirements and developing collaborative relationships during the early lifecycle phases, as well as support detailed design reviews and handover to manufacturing.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of RF circuit design, microwave techniques, and electromagnetic theory. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this role. Additionally, a passion for innovation in the defence and space industry, along with the ability to adapt to evolving technologies and methodologies, will contribute to your excellence in this position.

Main responsibilities:

Design and develop RF circuits that meet the technical requirements and company processes for manufacture.

Conduct analysis and simulation of RF circuits using commercial tools and theory knowledge.

Perform RF testing, characterisation, and optimisation to ensure functionality of the product.

Conduct and contribute to design reviews and technical meetings.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate RF circuits into systems.

Assist manufacturing to resolve technical problems as required.

Ensure Manufacturing Packages (BoMs, drawings etc.) are generated and maintained using controlled Engineering change processes.

Supervise, and provide guidance to, technicians engaged in the design and evaluation of components, sub-assemblies and assemblies.

Keep up to date with technological advances by networking, attending seminars, forging links with universities etc.

Develop strong working relationships with other team members and production engineering to ensure that designs are fit for purpose and are capable of being manufactured cost efficiently.

Education:

Bachelor or master’s degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent qualification/experience

Knowledge and experience:

Strong understanding of microwave techniques and electromagnetic theory.

Proven experience in RF electronics design, simulation, testing, characterisation, and optimisation.

Familiarity with RF measurement equipment and techniques.

Knowledge of defence and space industry standards and regulations is a plus

Competencies:

Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Attention to detail and ability to meet project deadlines.

Other:

SC cleared or ability to obtain

Ability to travel as required

What we can offer you

Flexible working practices – we work a 9-day fortnight, offer hybrid working, flexitime, and work a half day Friday

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy up to 5 additional days

Health cash plan – cash back for everyday health expenses

Pension scheme with 6% employer contributions

Private healthcare

Life assurance – 4 x annual salary

Reward and recognition platform

Discount platform – retail, leisure, gym discounts and more

Employee assistance programme with access to confidential counselling services

Support for further training and education

Continuous development and career progression opportunities

Relocation assistance up to £8,000 if you relocate to take up a position with us

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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