RF Senior Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering specialist in military communications technology seeks a Senior Design Engineer in Letchworth. This hands-on role involves designing RF-based systems and managing project lifecycles. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in electronic design, fault-finding skills, and experience in an ISO 9001 environment. This opportunity offers a chance to work on critical communications technology with a global impact.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of electronic and electrical design at the component level.
• Experience with mechanical drawings and sub-assembly integration.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 design and manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and modify RF-based electronic assemblies for VLF/LF communication systems.
• Oversee projects from concept through to production and delivery.
• Manage sub-suppliers for components and mechanical services.

Skills

Electronic and electrical design

Analogue design

PCB layout design

Fault-finding skills

Mechanical drawings

Obsolescence mitigation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electronics, Physics, or related discipline

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Design Engineer to join a pioneering UK-based specialist in military communications technology, located in Letchworth Garden City.

This is a hands-on, multifaceted engineering role ideally suited to an experienced and adaptable electronics professional who enjoys working across the full product lifecycle. You will be supporting high-reliability products used in marine and sub-marine low/very-low frequency (VLF/LF) communications, a field in which the company is globally recognised as a leader.

Responsibilities

• Design and modify RF-based electronic assemblies for VLF/LF communication systems.
• Oversee projects from concept through to production and delivery.
• Manage sub-suppliers for components and mechanical services (box-build, machining, etc.).
• Investigate and diagnose faults at component and trace level on new and field-returned PCBs.
• Generate detailed reports, technical documentation, and engineering change notices (ECNs).
• Ensure compliance with company health & safety, environmental policies, and quality standards (ISO 9001).

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong understanding of electronic and electrical design at the component level.
• Background in analogue design and low-noise circuit design (LF radio experience advantageous).
• PCB layout design and familiarity with assembly processes.
• Proven fault-finding skills down to trace/component level.
• Experience with mechanical drawings and sub-assembly integration.
• Familiarity with obsolescence mitigation in long-life electronic systems.
• Experience within an ISO 9001 design and manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electronics, Physics, or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in electronics design or support within commercial or defence sectors.
• UK with no restrictions for UK Security Clearance.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to mission-critical communications technology with long-term global impact. If you’re a proactive engineer who enjoys variety, responsibility, and technical depth—this role could be your perfect fit.

APPLY NOW for the role of Senior Design Engineer based in Letchworth, Hertfordshire and to join a committed team working on world-class defence technology. Please send your CV to [e-mail] or call Lewis on 01582878820