Senior Antenna and RF Design Engineer

Redline Group Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global RF technology group is seeking a Senior Antenna / RF Engineer to support an R&D team in Lincoln, UK. In this role, you will lead the design and development of advanced RF systems and antennas for various applications. Ideal candidates are motivated engineers with a strong background in RF design and are experienced in mentoring. Enjoy the opportunity to tackle complex technical challenges while contributing to a growing team in a pioneering environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive RF and antenna experience required.
• Proficiency in design, simulation, and development of RF subsystems.
• Experience in mentoring junior engineers.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

RF design

Antenna development

Mentoring

Testing and prototyping

Mixed-signal designs

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 ...