RF Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an RF Design Engineer to work on innovative defence-related projects. In this role, you'll design and implement cutting-edge RF and analogue electronic circuits, focusing on areas like electromagnetic warfare and survivability. Your expertise will be crucial in optimizing system performance through hands-on testing and troubleshooting. You'll also have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure project success. If you're passionate about technology and eager to contribute to national security, this position offers a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in RF and analogue circuit design for defence projects.
• Experience in testing and troubleshooting RF systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement RF and analogue electronic circuits for defence projects.
• Conduct testing and debugging of RF systems to optimize performance.

Skills

Microwave Office

Altium

Low Noise Amplifiers Design

Receiver Design

High-Power Amplifiers

Problem-Solving Skills

Analytical Skills

Job description

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• Searchability NS&D has a permanent opportunity for an RF Design Engineer to work across an exciting range of projects
• Must be willing to attain MOD DV Clearance

WHAT WILL THE RF DESIGN ENGINEER BE DOING?

• Design, simulate, and implement RF and analogue electronic circuits and systems for defence-related projects (in domains such as electromagnetic warfare, positioning and timing, and survivability) with cutting-edge solutions.
• Conduct hands-on integration, testing, troubleshooting, and debugging of RF and analogue electronic circuits, systems, and components, to optimize their performance (e.g., impedance, VSWR, wideband operation).
• Participate in design reviews and provide valuable technical input to enhance project outcomes.
• Prepare and maintain high-quality technical documentation and reports (e.g., design specifications, test plans, and results for compliance evidence) focused on RF and analogue electronic circuits and systems.
• Provide technical support to the Technical Lead (e.g., risk management, input to customer meetings).
• Mentor and give feedback to junior engineers, supporting the team's professional growth.
• Proactively communicate and collaborate with stakeholders within and outside the project team.
• Possess excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Proficiency in using Microwave Office
• Proficiency in using Altium
• Design experience at frequencies from LF up to X Band
• Experience in designing Low Noise Amplifiers
• Experience in designing receivers
• Working with high-power amplifiers
• Knowledge of the defence business domain

Successful applicants must be Sole British nationals and eligible for MOD DV Security Clearance.

Please apply online or email me directly at [emailprotected]. I am available outside normal working hours, from 7 am to 10 pm. If unavailable, leave a message, and I or a colleague will respond. By applying, you consent to us processing your application and submitting it to our client for this vacancy only. Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn by searching Shaun Varley. I look forward to hearing from you.

RF DESIGN ENGINEER

KEY SKILLS:

RADIO / FREQUENCY / ENGINEER / ALTIUM / LF / X BAND / RECEIVERS / NATIONAL SECURITY / DEFENCE / GOVERNMENT / SECURITY CLEARED / SECURITY CLEARANCE / SECURITY CHECK / DV CLEARED / DV CLEARANCE