RF Engineer/Scientist

IO; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advanced systems consultancy in the UK is seeking an RF Systems Engineer/Specialist for a permanent role. The position involves designing and simulating RF systems, collaborating on R&D initiatives in the defense sector, and requires a relevant engineering degree. The role offers a salary of up to £55,000 with the opportunity for remote work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in RF system design and simulation required.
• Working knowledge of sensor array configurations and RF design principles needed.
• Eligibility to attain Baseline Security Check (BPS Standard) is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Design and simulate RF systems and subsystems.
• Perform technical analysis of signal propagation and noise performance.
• Assist in integration of RF components with processing platforms.

Skills

RF system design

RF simulation

MATLAB

Simulink

Keysight ADS

HFSS

CST

Education

Degree in RF Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or similar

Job description

Job title: RF Systems Engineer / Specialist Job type: Permanent Salary: Up to £55,000 Location: National (Remote / with essential site travel)

Overview

iO are partnered with a growing advanced systems consultancy now seeking an RF Engineer/Scientist to join on a permanent basis. You will support an R&D initiative involving novel RF system concepts within the defence sector. This role involves hands‑on work in RF modelling, simulation, and hardware prototyping, alongside collaboration with embedded systems and mission systems specialists.

Responsibilities

• Design and simulation of RF systems and subsystems (e.g., sensor arrays, front‑end modules).
• Technical analysis of signal propagation, component matching, and noise performance.
• Support modelling of system‑level RF performance across various spectral bands (High‑Frequency range).
• Assist in integration planning of complex RF components with processing platforms.
• Contribute to laboratory validation, physical layout support (e.g., PCB), and measurement campaigns.
• Produce technical documentation and test records to ensure project compliance.

Key Skills and Experience

• Degree educated in RF Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or similar.
• Proven experience in RF system design and simulation.
• Competence with industry‑standard simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, Keysight ADS, HFSS, CST, or equivalents).
• Working knowledge of sensor array configurations and physical‑level RF design principles.
• Eligibility to attain Baseline Security Check (BPS Standard).

This role can offer up to £55,000 and the opportunity to work on a remote basis.

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