Senior Antenna and RF Design Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading global RF technology group is seeking an experienced Senior Antenna / RF Engineer to join their new R&D team in Lincoln, UK. The successful candidate will lead the design and development of advanced antenna and RF systems, mentor junior engineers, and tackle complex technical challenges. This position requires extensive RF experience and the ability to manage projects effectively. An exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology in defence and aerospace applications.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with RF and antenna technologies.
• Ability to lead design activities and manage projects.
• Hands-on experience with PCB layout and prototyping.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of RF systems from concept to delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers and make architectural decisions.
• Conduct RF, antenna, and EMC testing.

Skills

RF and antenna experience

Design and simulation of RF systems

Technical lead experience

Mentoring junior engineers

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 ...