Senior Antenna and RF Design Engineer

Redline Group Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global RF technology group is seeking an experienced Senior Antenna / RF Engineer to join their R&D team in Lincoln. This role involves leading the design and development of advanced antenna and RF systems for various applications including aerospace and defence. Ideal candidates will have extensive RF experience, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for mentorship in a growing engineering team. Competitive compensation and development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in RF and antenna design and development.
• Experience in leading engineering projects and mentoring.
• Hands-on skills in prototyping and testing.
• Strong technical problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of antenna and RF systems.
• Manage technical projects and mentor junior engineers.
• Develop mixed-signal and system-level designs.
• Conduct PCB layout and testing of prototypes.

Skills

RF and antenna design

Mentoring junior engineers

Complex technical problem-solving

Tools

PCB design tools

Simulation software

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 ...