RF Engineer

RedTech Recruitment Ltd; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a stealth start-up as an RF Engineer in Saffron Walden, focusing on developing and enhancing RF circuits and systems. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have strong RF design experience and problem-solving skills, along with relevant educational backgrounds. The company values innovation and offers great remuneration for the right talent.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies

Great remuneration

Qualifications

• Highly experienced in RF Design and Testing.
• In-depth understanding of phased array antennas and beamforming technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine RF components and systems.
• Conduct testing and validation of RF hardware to meet performance standards.
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams to integrate RF elements.

Skills

RF Design

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Maths

Degree in Physics

Degree in Electronics

Tools

HFSS

CST

ADS

MATLAB

GNU Radio

Job description

RF Engineer

An exciting opportunity for an experienced RF Engineer to become the dedicated expertise, joining an innovative stealth start-up in Saffron Walden to focus on developing, testing, and enhancing RF circuits, antennas, and systems to meet performance, reliability, and regulatory standards. This company is tackling some of the world s most pressing challenges and is founded by a team of brilliant Engineers who have already realised success with other start-ups. This offers the chance to work in an environment filled with technological innovation whilst working on cutting-edge tech.

Location: Saffron Walden, UK - fully on-site due to the nature of the role

Salary: Market competitive. The hiring manager prefers to keep this open to understand candidates' salary expectations in relation to their individual experience. They believe this approach avoids setting a base or ceiling that might discourage candidates from applying.

Requirements for RF Engineer

• Highly experienced in RF Design and Testing
• Experienced in RF Design Software such as HFSS, CST, ADS, MATLAB
• Ideally, degree educated in Engineering, Maths, Physics, Electronics or similar.
• In-depth understanding of phased array antennas and beamforming technologies
• Experience of RF Front-end components and RF communication standards
• Knowledge SDRs and tools like GNU Radio for signal processing
• Strong problem-solving ability
• You must be in a position to qualify for SC Clearance due to the nature of some customers

Responsibilities for RF Engineer

• Develop and refine RF components and systems, including antennas, filters, and amplifiers.
• Use simulation tools like HFSS, ADS, CST, and MATLAB to model and analyse RF systems.
• Conduct testing and validation of RF hardware to meet performance standards and regulatory requirements.
• Diagnose and address issues related to RF interference and signal integrity.
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams to integrate RF elements into broader systems.
• Design phased array antennas and implement beamforming technologies for advanced high-frequency applications.
• Record test outcomes and ensure adherence to EMC and EMI compliance standards.
• Work with Software Defined Radios (SDRs) and tools such as GNU Radio for signal processing and evaluation.

What this offers:

• An opportunity to join a success story in the making
• Working on cutting-edge technologies
• Great remuneration

Applications:

If you would like to enquire about this unique RF Engineer opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Please send an up-to-date CV including details of your online repository via the relevant link.

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