RF Systems Engineer

MBDA Missile Systems; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking talented RF Systems Engineers to join their Data Link Systems team. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge RF communication systems that are vital to national defense. This role offers a dynamic work environment with flexible arrangements and opportunities for professional growth. You will collaborate with experts across various disciplines to create innovative solutions for armed forces. If you are passionate about technology and eager to contribute to a meaningful mission, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Company bonus

Pension contributions up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Flexi Leave up to 15 additional days

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in RF systems engineering and design.
• Strong communication skills for reports and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement RF communication systems.
• Collaborate across disciplines for high-performance weapons.

Skills

RF / Microwave systems knowledge

Requirements management

Technical leadership

Design reviews

Environmental testing

Software/firmware integration

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

RF modelling tools

Signal processing software

Job description

At MBDA, we are continuing to grow our Data Link Systems organisation, providing a world-leading missile data link capability. We have a number of exciting opportunities within Data Link Systems, working across the product lifecycle from research and early concept phases to full product design and production. These roles require a range of knowledge and experience, from graduate to experienced engineers.

Salary

up to £55,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working

can vary between 2 to 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance

British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants seeking flexible arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, with enhancements for paternity, neonatal, and fertility treatments
• Facilities: Including subsidised meals, free parking, and more

The opportunity:

As part of our Data Link Systems team, you will work on designing and implementing cutting-edge RF communication systems vital to our weapons systems. Our team operates at both Bristol and Stevenage sites, collaborating across disciplines to create high-performance weapons for our Armed Forces. We are recruiting for:

• RF Systems Technical Leads
• RF Systems Engineers
• Algorithm / Modelling Engineers
• Signal Processing Engineers

What we're looking for:

We are interested in RF systems engineers, Systems Engineering team leaders, experienced Systems Engineers interested in RF communications, engineers from the RF domain eager to build Systems Engineering skills, and those with modelling or signal processing experience.

Skills include but are not limited to:

• RF / Microwave systems knowledge
• Requirements management and systems design
• Managing external suppliers with procurement support
• Technical leadership of junior engineers
• Experience in design reviews, hardware transition, environmental and qualification testing, and design certification
• System functionality testing, software/firmware integration
• Familiarity with antenna systems, RF modelling, real-time digital signal processing, waveform design, system modelling, and Autocode generation
• Research experience from technical publications
• Excellent communication skills for reports and presentations

Our company philosophy:

"Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given."

MBDA is a leading defence organisation committed to supporting armed forces and defending our nations. We value diversity and inclusion, with employee-led networks such as Gender Equality, Pride, and others. We encourage open dialogue and support throughout our recruitment process.

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