Senior Antenna and RF Design Engineer

Redline Group Ltd; Dartford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global RF technology group in Lincoln is seeking a Senior Antenna / RF Engineer to spearhead the design, simulation, and development of advanced antenna and RF systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive RF and antenna experience, excel in mentoring junior engineers, and thrive on tackling complex technical challenges. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the growth of a newly established UK R&D team while engaging in innovative projects across various high-reliability applications.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in RF and antenna design, simulation, and development.
• Proven ability to lead design activities and mentor junior engineers.
• Hands-on experience with RF testing and PCB layout.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of antenna and RF systems.
• Act as technical lead managing project design activities.
• Conduct RF, antenna, and EMC testing.

Skills

RF and antenna experience

Leadership and mentoring

Technical problem solving

Job description

Job Description

Senior Antenna / RF Engineer

Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire, UK

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Antenna / RF Engineer to join a newly established R&D capability within a leading global RF technology group. This role focuses on the design, simulation, and development of advanced antenna and RF subsystems across HF to SHF frequencies for applications including defence, aerospace, naval, space, and high-reliability electronic systems.

This position is ideal for a highly motivated, innovative, and hands-on engineer with extensive RF and antenna experience, who thrives on solving complex technical challenges, mentoring junior engineers, and shaping the development of a growing UK R&D team.

Main Responsibilities of the Senior Antenna / RF Engineer based in Lincoln, UK:

• Lead the design, simulation, and development of antenna and RF systems from concept through to final delivery, including prototyping, testing, and production handover.
• Act as technical lead on projects, managing design activities, making architectural decisions, and mentoring junior engineers.
• Develop mixed-signal and system-level designs, including digital control and power subsystems, custom test hardware, and RF circuits (filters, amplifiers, switches).
• Conduct PCB layout, population, and construction of prototypes.
• Perform RF, antenna, and EMC testing, and ...