Senior Antenna and RF Design Engineer

Redline Group Ltd; Wolverhampton; 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 its R&D team. The role involves leading the design and development of advanced RF systems for defence, aerospace, and other critical applications. Ideal candidates will have extensive RF and antenna experience, possess strong problem-solving skills, and be capable of mentoring junior engineers. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the development of innovative technologies within a growing R&D team.

Qualifications

• Extensive RF and antenna experience required.
• Ability to lead complex technical projects.
• Experience with mixed-signal and system-level design.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, simulation, and development of RF systems.
• Manage design activities and mentor junior engineers.
• Conduct PCB layout and prototype construction.
• Perform RF and EMC testing.

Skills

RF design

Antenna development

Mixed-signal design

PCB layout

Technical mentoring

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 ...