Principal RF Engineer

Filtronic; Sedgefield; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Filtronic is seeking a Principal RF Engineer to lead RF/mmW design for telecoms and defence products from concept to production at our County Durham facility.

You will provide technical leadership, drive design verification, and collaborate with mechanical, electronics, PCB layout, and test teams to deliver robust, cost-efficient solutions. The role requires a degree in RF/EE and extensive experience with Microwave Office, CST, EMPro or ADS.

Qualifications

• Relevant RF/microwave design experience.
• Experience leading technical activities and mentoring engineers.
• Strong communication across engineering, manufacturing and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of RF/mmW sub-circuits, subsystems and systems within telecoms and defence products.
• Take technical responsibility for RF/mmW specification, design, simulation, realisation and verification.
• Provide technical guidance and support to other engineers within the team.
• Carry out system line-up analysis, tolerance analysis and design for manufacture.
• Support the selection of components, ICs and MMICs, including liaison with suppliers.
• Work closely with mechanical, electronics, PCB layout, manufacturing and test teams to deliver robust product designs.
• Prepare and review design documentation, including design logbooks, data packs, peer reviews and design release information.
• Lead and participate in design reviews, identifying and managing technical risks.
• Support design verification and validation, including test specifications, test reports and reliability testing.
• Support problem solving and fault diagnosis during product introduction and production.
• Ensure designs are delivered in line with project technical, schedule and cost requirements.

Skills

RF design

Microwave

Leadership

Education

Degree in RF/EE

Tools

Microwave Office

ADS

CST

Job description

Filtronic is looking for a Principal RF Engineer to join our team, based at our new state-of-the-art facility in County Durham UK, to work on a range of exciting products from concept through to production.

With a wide range of design tools, experienced engineers and in-house RF/mmW manufacturing capabilities, you will play a key role in the design and delivery of new products as part of the Filtronic team.

Our products range from low volume niche opportunity devices to high volume telecommunications and defence equipment.

Purpose of Role

Responsible for leading the design of RF/mmW elements and systems, ensuring that electrical performance, quality, cost and manufacturability requirements are met.

The Principal RF Engineer will provide technical leadership across design activities, support project delivery and help develop best practice within the engineering team.

Summary of responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of RF/mmW sub-circuits, sub-modules and systems within telecommunications and defence products.
• Take technical responsibility for RF/mmW specification, design, simulation, realisation and verification.
• Provide technical guidance and support to other engineers within the team.
• Carry out system line-up analysis, tolerance analysis and design for manufacture.
• Support the selection of components, ICs and MMICs, including liaison with suppliers where required.
• Work closely with mechanical, electronics, PCB layout, manufacturing and test teams to deliver robust product designs.
• Prepare and review design documentation, including design logbooks, data packs, peer reviews and design release information.
• Lead and participate in design reviews, identifying and managing technical risks.
• Support design verification and validation, including test specifications, test reports and reliability testing.
• Support problem solving and fault diagnosis during product introduction and production.
• Ensure designs are delivered in line with project technical, schedule and cost requirements.

Requirements

• Relevant Degree or equivalent, preferably in RF, Microwave, Electronics or Communications Engineering.
• Significant experience in RF/mmW circuit or system design.
• Experience using RF design tools such as Microwave Office, CST, EMPro or ADS.
• Strong understanding of microwave circuit design, system line-up analysis, tolerance/yield analysis and design for manufacture.
• Experience of transceiver, amplifier, filter, module or subsystem design would be beneficial.
• Ability to lead technical activities and support the development of other engineers.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a practical approach to engineering delivery.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively across engineering, manufacturing and project teams.

We recognise the value of exceptional talent. That's why this role is backed by an excellent salary and benefits package.

Filtronic plc is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability status. If you require any adjustments or accommodations to support you during the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to assist.