Radio Frequency Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company in drone detection is seeking a motivated Signal Intelligence Specialist to play a key role in detecting unauthorized drones. You will work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to real-world airspace security solutions, collaborating with experts in the field. Competitive salary, benefits, and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career development and advancement

Collaborate with industry experts

Qualifications

• Experience in signal intelligence, electronic warfare, or RF signal analysis.
• Hands-on experience with spectrum analysers and direction-finding systems.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Detect and track unauthorized drones using signal intelligence techniques.
• Interpret signal data to identify and track drone controllers.
• Contribute to the development of airspace security solutions.

Skills

Signal intelligence (SIGINT)

Electronic warfare (EW)

RF signal analysis

C++

Python

Signal data interpretation

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.