Senior Antenna Engineer

ic resources; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable Sat-Comms company in West London is seeking a Senior Antenna Engineer to enhance their engineering team. The role focuses on antenna development for L-Band Terminal portfolio, requiring collaboration with various engineering teams to deliver quality solutions. Candidates should have experience in antenna design, proficiency in electromagnetics, and familiarity with simulation tools like CST and Antenna Magus. Strong communication skills are essential. This position offers an exciting opportunity in the satellite communications domain.

Qualifications

• Experience in antenna design, preferably in L-Band.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Designing and documenting L-Band antenna technology.
• Overseeing the development process from concept to mass production.
• Utilising trade-offs for compact terminal antenna development.
• Testing and verifying designs using various methods.
• Researching new antenna solutions and addressing technical conflicts.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and product qualification.

Skills

Antenna design

Electromagnetics

Wave propagation

RF materials

Simulation tools

RF testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

CST

Antenna Magus

Job description

We are currently working with an exciting Sat-Comms client of ours based in West London seeking a Senior Antenna Engineer to join their established engineering team. You will be focusing on antenna development for their L-Band Terminal portfolio. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will collaborate closely with the Senior Antenna & RF Engineers and various teams to design and deliver high-quality antenna solutions meeting performance, cost, and schedule requirements.

Responsibilities as a Senior Antenna Engineer include :

• Designing and documenting L-Band antenna technology.
• Overseeing the development process from concept to mass production.
• Utilising trade-offs for compact terminal antenna development.
• Testing and verifying designs using various methods.
• Researching new antenna solutions and addressing technical conflicts.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and product qualification.

Experience required as a Senior Antenna Engineer :

• Experience in antenna design, preferably in L-Band.
• Proficiency in electromagnetics, wave propagation, and RF materials.
• Experience with simulation tools such as CST and Antenna Magus.
• Familiarity with RF testing equipment and antenna testing methods.
• Knowledge of satellite communication terminals and related technologies.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Engineering.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Desirable qualifications :

• Experience with omni antenna development and satellite communications.
• Familiarity with Inmarsat, Iridium, and Thuraya terminals.
• RF design expertise.

If you are interested in this position as a Senior Antenna Engineer, please contact Zac Taylor.