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RF Test Engineer

SoCode Limited

Highfields Caldecote

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

Yesterday
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Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Test Engineer (RF) to validate their next-generation RF hardware and integrated systems. In this hands-on role, you will design and execute test plans, perform functional and performance testing, and collaborate closely with various teams to ensure product quality. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering, proven RF testing experience, and expertise with test equipment. The position offers challenges in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and precision.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in RF or hardware test engineering within defence, aerospace, or communications systems.
  • Hands-on expertise with test and measurement equipment.
  • Strong analytical mindset and the ability to interpret complex RF behaviour.

Responsibilities

  • Design, execute, and refine test plans for RF hardware.
  • Deploy and evaluate CRFS systems in real-world environments.
  • Produce clear, detailed test documentation and results reports.

Skills

Hardware Testing & Validation
Field Testing
Documentation & Reporting
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
Analytical mindset
Communication skills
Scripting in Python or C/C++

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master's preferred)

Tools

Spectrum analysers
VNAs
Oscilloscopes
Signal generators
Job description
Overview

TEST ENGINEER (RF)

Weare pioneers in RF spectrum monitoring and geolocation systems — trusted worldwide by defence, intelligence, and security organisations. We're looking for a Test Engineer (RF) to join our Systems Engineering team, taking responsibility for validating our next-generation RF hardware and integrated systems across lab and field environments.

This is a hands-on engineering role at the heart of our mission: ensuring that every product we deliver meets the highest standards of performance, quality, and reliability before it reaches our customers on the front line. You\'ll collaborate closely with Hardware, Software, and Production teams to bring precision, rigour, and innovation to every test campaign.

What you\'ll be doing
  • Hardware Testing & Validation
    • Design, execute, and refine test plans for RF hardware, sub-systems, and full system integrations.
    • Perform functional, performance, and stress testing across frequency ranges up to 40 GHz.
    • Use advanced diagnostic tools and test software to measure, log, and analyse RF performance data.
    • Develop automated test systems to accelerate production validation and regression cycles.
  • Field Testing
    • Deploy and evaluate CRFS systems in real-world environments — from test ranges to live field trials.
    • Capture and interpret data to identify signal anomalies, environmental effects, and performance trends.
    • Collaborate with engineering and support teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues in situ.
  • Documentation & Reporting
    • Produce clear, detailed test documentation, procedures, and results reports.
    • Communicate findings to cross-functional teams and recommend design or process improvements.
    • Maintain meticulous test records to support certification, compliance, and traceability.
  • Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
    • Work closely with hardware and software engineers to align test coverage with design intent.
    • Drive best practices in validation, automation, and test infrastructure.
    • Stay current with evolving RF test technologies, tools, and industry standards (IEEE, ISO, MIL-STD, DEF-STAN).
What you\'ll bring
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field (Master\'s preferred).
  • Proven experience in RF or hardware test engineering — ideally within defence, aerospace, or communications systems.
  • Hands-on expertise with test and measurement equipment such as spectrum analysers, VNAs, oscilloscopes, and signal generators.
  • Experience scripting in Python or C/C++ for automation and data processing.
  • Strong analytical mindset and the ability to interpret complex RF behaviour.
  • Excellent communication skills — capable of translating technical findings into actionable insights.
  • A methodical, detail-oriented approach with a passion for continuous improvement.
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