Senior Radio Frequency Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; England; Hybrid; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology manufacturer in the Defence and Security space is seeking a Senior RF Design Engineer. The role involves working on cutting-edge RF tech for military applications, influencing the full product lifecycle, and mentoring junior engineers. The position offers hybrid working and opportunities for leadership development.

Benefits

Hybrid working (3 days onsite, 2 remote)

Leadership development and technical training programmes

Support for education and certifications

Qualifications

• Experience with design of linear high-power wideband RF amplifiers.
• Strong cross-disciplinary communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive new product introduction and lead design reviews.
• Mentor junior engineers and support production teams.

Skills

RF Design

High Power Amplifier

GaN

LDMOS

RF Simulation

EMC

Problem Solving

Tools

Altium

AWR

HFSS

Job description

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Senior Radio Frequency Design Engineer, Northamptonshire

Client: Searchability NS&D

Location: Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Up to £65,000 + Hybrid (3 days onsite)

Work on cutting-edge RF tech used in defence, security, and aviation.

Join a small, dynamic team and influence the full product lifecycle.

Work with high-power RF systems, advanced simulation tools, and defence-grade components.

About the Client:

Our client is a pioneering technology manufacturer operating in the Defence and Security space. Their products play a critical role in supporting infrastructure and frontline operations around the world. With a collaborative engineering culture and a strong pipeline of new product development, they are seeking a Senior RF Design Engineer to help shape the next generation of RF communications equipment.

The Benefits:

• Up to £65,000 salary
• Hybrid working (3 days onsite, 2 remote)
• Leadership development and technical training programmes
• Support for education and certifications

The Senior RF Design Engineer Role:

As Senior RF Design Engineer, you’ll be part of a small and agile team involved in the end-to-end design and development of complex RF systems, including transmitters, receivers, filters, amplifiers, and antennas. You’ll drive new product introduction (NPI), lead design reviews, and support production teams, while helping to mentor junior engineers. The work spans multiple high-impact markets, including military-grade secure data links and electronic warfare.

Essential Skills:

• Design of linear high-power wideband RF amplifiers (e.g., GaN/LDMOS up to 200W)
• Knowledge of RF simulation and PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, AWR, HFSS)
• Design experience with filters, transmitters, receivers, LNA, converters, antennas
• Experience with EMC, test equipment, and debugging
• Strong cross-disciplinary communication and problem-solving skills
• SC Cleared or eligibility required

To Be Considered:

Please apply through this advert or email me directly at [emailprotected]. For further information, call 0203 854 0120 / 07889 589 648. By applying, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

Key Skills:

RF Design, High Power Amplifier, GaN, LDMOS, RF Simulation, Altium, AWR, HFSS, EMC, Transmitter, Receiver, Antenna, Military Electronics, NSD