Senior Antenna and RF Design Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading global RF technology group is seeking a Senior Antenna / RF Engineer to join their newly established R&D capability in Lincoln, UK. The role involves leading the design, simulation, and development of antenna and RF systems, managing projects, and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in RF and antenna engineering and a passion for solving complex technical challenges. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a growing UK R&D team.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in RF and antenna engineering.
• Proficient in leading technical projects and mentoring.
• Experience with mixed-signal and system-level designs.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of antenna and RF systems.
• Manage design activities and architectural decisions.
• Conduct RF, antenna, and EMC testing.

Skills

RF and antenna experience

System-level designs

Mentoring junior engineers

PCB layout

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 ...