Project Manager/Director – Wireless R&D (5G / 6G / NTN)

Cw (cambridge Wireless Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Reading is seeking a Project Manager to oversee R&D in 5G and advanced networking technologies. You will manage complex projects, aligning teams to accelerate product development. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of R&D experience, particularly in telecommunications. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including performance-based bonuses and equity options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Equity/share options

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of R&D experience in telecommunications or wireless systems.
• Solid understanding of wireless communications (5G/6G preferred).
• Proven ability to manage technically focused projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex R&D projects in wireless systems.
• Translate research concepts into actionable project plans.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to accelerate product development.

Skills

Project management

R&D experience

Wireless communications knowledge

Organisational skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Vicinity Technologies Limited, a fast-growing leader in the UK’s 5G and AI revolution, is seeking a Project Manager with a strong R&D background to join our pioneering team. In this role, you won’t just track milestones — you’ll help guide cutting-edge research and development in advanced 5G, 6G, and Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) technologies from concept to deployment.

Job Responsibilities

- Own technical delivery: Oversee complex R&D projects in wireless systems, ensuring timelines, resources, and technical goals are met.

- Bridge innovation and execution: Translate advanced research concepts into actionable project plans, aligning scientists, engineers, and partners.

- Collaborate across disciplines: Work directly with hardware, software, and system engineering teams to accelerate new product and technology development.

- Drive next-generation solutions: Support integration of 6G, NTN, AI-enhanced networking, and mission-critical systems into commercial products.

- Manage risks and stakeholders: Identify challenges early, communicate effectively with executives, customers, and partners to ensure smooth delivery.

Requirements

- Minimum 3 years of R&D experience in telecommunications, wireless systems, or similar high-tech sectors.

- Solid understanding of wireless communications (5G/6G preferred) — able to discuss PHY, MAC, and system-level architectures with engineers.

- Proven ability to manage projects with a technical core, balancing innovation, resources, and timelines.

- Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

- Familiarity with project management tools and agile methodologies is an advantage.

- A proactive, adaptable team player who thrives in a fast-moving environment.

What We Offer

- Competitive salary based on technical and management expertise.

- Performance-based bonuses linked to successful project and company milestones.

- Equity/share options for high-impact contributors.

- Opportunities to work at the frontier of 6G, NTN, AI-driven networking, and next-gen infrastructure.

- A collaborative culture that values both technical depth and innovative thinking, with clear growth paths into senior leadership roles.

About Vicinity

Founded in 2023, Vicinity is shaping the future of connectivity. We design and deploy advanced base stations, NTN solutions, software-defined terminals, and private networks, collaborating with silicon leaders, operators, and top research institutes to push beyond 5G toward a more connected world.

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Be part of building what’s next — lead the R&D that defines tomorrow’s networks.