Senior Antenna and RF Design Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading global RF technology group seeks an experienced Senior Antenna / RF Engineer to focus on design, simulation, and development of advanced RF subsystems. Located in Lincoln, UK, this role offers the chance to lead projects and mentor junior engineers while tackling complex technical challenges. Ideal candidates will possess extensive RF and antenna experience, ready to contribute to a dynamic R&D team in defense, aerospace, and high-reliability systems.

Qualifications

• Extensive RF and antenna experience.
• Experience in leading design activities and mentoring junior engineers.
• Strong problem-solving abilities for complex technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of antenna and RF systems.
• Manage design activities and mentor junior engineers.
• Develop mixed-signal and system-level 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 ...