Radio Frequency Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in drone technology is seeking a motivated Signal Intelligence Specialist. This role involves working at the forefront of drone detection and airspace security, requiring expertise in signal intelligence and proficiency in programming. Join a team dedicated to advancing aerospace technology and securing the skies.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career development and advancement

Collaboration with industry experts

Qualifications

• Experience in signal intelligence (SIGINT) and RF signal analysis.
• Hands-on expertise with RF communications and programming in C++ or Python.
• Ability to interpret signal data effectively.

Responsibilities

• Detect and track unauthorized drones using advanced signal intelligence techniques.
• Analyze signal data to identify drone controllers.
• Work in a fast-paced, high-tech environment with minimal supervision.

Skills

Signal Intelligence (SIGINT)

Electronic Warfare (EW)

RF Signal Analysis

C++

Python

RF Communications

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Communications Engineering

Tools

Spectrum Analysers

Direction-Finding Systems

Job description

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Salary - £65,000

Location: Occasional visits to Portsmouth

Are you curious about how drones communicate and passionate about using technology to protect the skies? My Client is looking for a motivated Signal Intelligence Specialist to join their team focused on detecting and tracking unauthorised drones. You’ll play a key role in helping us understand drone activity and contribute to the development of real-world airspace security solutions.

What they are looking for is:

• Experience in signal intelligence (SIGINT), electronic warfare (EW), or RF signal analysis.
• Understanding of RF communications, including digital modulation and frequency-hopping techniques.
• Experience with C++ or Python
• Hands-on experience with tools such as spectrum analysers and direction-finding systems.
• Ability to interpret signal data for identifying and tracking drone controllers.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-tech environment with minimal supervision.

Bonus if you have:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience working in aerospace, defence, or public safety environments.

Why join them?

● Work at the cutting edge of drone detection and aerospace technology.

● Collaborate with industry experts to shape the future of air defence.

● Competitive salary and benefits package

● Opportunities for career development and advancement.