RF Engineer

Target Integration Ltd.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Hybrid work where possible

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Target Integration Ltd. in Gloucester is seeking RF Engineers at multiple levels to join our defence, cyber and intelligence programmes.

You'll work on RF systems, from circuit modelling to deployable implementations, with opportunities to specialise in antennas, testing and security analysis. The role offers flexible, hybrid working where possible and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• RF communications systems implementation, test, and analysis.
• RF circuit design and modelling experience.
• Real-time test and measurement using spectrum analysers and vector network analysers.
• Familiarity with using and developing for Software-defined radios.
• Experience in RF algorithm development and Digital Signal Processing.
• Antenna optimisation and characterisation experience.
• Embedded systems vulnerability analysis.
• Knowledge of OpenCPI, GnuRadio, Python, C/C++, and other SDR development tools.

Responsibilities

• RF Circuit Modelling & Design - Develop and analyse RF circuits, from simulation to testing.
• Antenna Selection & Design - Select and design antennas to meet the specific needs of various applications.
• Test & Measurement - Conduct RF testing, including real-time test and measurement using vector signal analysers.
• Vulnerability Analysis - Analyse and test RF systems to identify vulnerabilities and enhance security.
• System Development & Verification - Support the development and verification of mission systems, with potential field trial involvement.
• Specialist Tools Development - Design and develop bespoke research tools to support complex RF system analysis.

Skills

RF circuit design

Real-time RF testing

SDR development

DSP & algorithms

Antenna design & optimisation

OpenCPI/GNU Radio

Python/C++

Vulnerability analysis

Tools

OpenCPI

GNU Radio

Python

C/C++

Vector Network Analyzer

Job description

Our client is seeking RF Engineers at various levels and across disciplines to join our dynamic team at our Gloucester site. You’ll work on a variety of Defence, Cyber, and Intelligence programmes, with the opportunity to specialize in key areas such as circuit modelling, antenna selection, and test & measurement.

This company provide meaningful work and continuous learning opportunities that will help develop your skills and progress your career. This organisation believes in supporting a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, hybrid work where possible, and a comprehensive benefits package to ensure you can enjoy both your professional and personal life.

In this essential and rewarding role, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge RF systems, including developing new RF-based technologies, conducting vulnerability analysis, and designing deployable RF applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• RF Circuit Modelling & Design - Develop and analyse RF circuits, from simulation to testing.
• Antenna Selection & Design - Select and design antennas to meet the specific needs of various applications.
• Test & Measurement - Conduct RF testing, including real-time test and measurement using vector signal analysers.
• Vulnerability Analysis - Analyse and test RF systems to identify vulnerabilities and enhance security.
• System Development & Verification - Support the development and verification of mission systems, with potential field trial involvement.
• Specialist Tools Development - Design and develop bespoke research tools to support complex RF system analysis.

You’ll be working in a collaborative environment, either specializing in one area or contributing across multiple domains of RF communications engineering.

Required skills, qualifications, & experiences:

• RF communications systems implementation, test, and analysis
• RF circuit design and modelling experience
• Real-time test and measurement using spectrum analysers and vector network analysers
• Familiarity with using and developing for Software-defined radios
• Experience in RF algorithm development and Digital Signal Processing
• Antenna optimisation and characterisation experience
• Embedded systems vulnerability analysis
• Knowledge of OpenCPI, GnuRadio, Python, C/C++, and other SDR development tools.