Senior Antenna Engineer

Defenceiq; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT services is seeking a Senior Antenna Engineer to contribute to the full development lifecycle, including design and testing of RF solutions. The role involves line management responsibilities, requiring strong technical skills in RF theory and experience with EM simulation tools. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Electronics or RF Engineering and a solid foundation in antenna principles.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Electronics, RF Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience with EM simulation tools and RF test equipment.
• Familiarity with anechoic chamber testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support bids, concept development, and proposal generation.
• Design, simulate, and test antenna and RF solutions.
• Conduct verification and qualification testing.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Electronics

Degree in RF Engineering

Tools

CST

HFSS

FEKO

VNAs

Spectrum Analysers

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Purpose Of The Role (Overview)

This role will contribute to the full development lifecycle—from requirements capture through to design, simulation, prototyping, and final verification. The position also includes line management responsibilities for a small team of Antenna Engineers working within a broader product development function.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support bids, concept development, and proposal generation
• Design, simulate, and test antenna and RF solutions for complex systems
• Perform electromagnetic simulations to enhance antenna performance
• Monitor and integrate emerging technologies into new product development
• Analyse and derive technical requirements
• Produce clear, comprehensive technical documentation
• Conduct verification and qualification testing, including formal analysis
• Contribute to the design of Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and associated software
• Line management and mentorship of antenna engineering staff

Competencies

• Strong team player with the ability to work independently
• Capable of setting priorities and coordinating team efforts
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications And Experience Required

• Degree qualified in Electronics, RF Engineering, or a related discipline
• Solid foundation in RF theory, antenna principles, and transmission line theory
• Experience with one or more EM simulation tools (e.g., CST, HFSS, FEKO)
• Skilled in the use of RF test equipment (VNAs, Spectrum Analysers, etc.)
• Desirable experience in both active/passive RF and antenna design
• Familiarity with anechoic chamber testing and antenna range measurements
• Understanding of design for manufacture and assembly
• Proficient in MS Office and general PC-based tools

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting