Senior Antenna Engineer: RF/EM Design & Stealth Sensing

Leonardo S.p.A.; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo UK is seeking an antenna design engineer to contribute to the development of existing products and cutting-edge research. You will use EM simulations to optimise sensor installations on platforms and work within a multidisciplinary team across UK sites.

The role requires a STEM degree, experience in RF/antenna design and strong numerical problem-solving abilities, plus clear communication of complex topics. Hybrid working and BPSS/NSV security clearance apply.

Qualifications

• Degree in a STEM subject and knowledge of Electromagnetics (LO/Stealth/RF/Antenna design)
• Experience or education in Electromagnetics: LO, Stealth, RF, Antenna design/modelling/measurement or CEM
• Excellent numerical problem solving and ability to convey complex topics clearly
• Nice to have: CST Microwave Studio or similar EM modelling tools; MATLAB or similar simulators

Responsibilities

• Develop existing products and research cutting-edge solutions for new platforms
• Use EM simulation codes to analyse and optimise sensor installation impacts on vehicles
• Design and develop antenna/radome and related interfaces (electrical, mechanical, functional)
• Provide technical assessment and modelling to ensure system performance
• Present results through reports and oral presentations
• Mentor others and promote best-practice sharing

Skills

Antenna design

Electromagnetics

RF design

CEM

Numerical problem solving

Communication skills

Education

STEM degree

Master’s or PhD in related field

Tools

CST Microwave Studio

FEKO

Job description

Leonardo UK is seeking an antenna design engineer to contribute to the development of existing products and cutting-edge research. You will use EM simulations to optimise sensor installations on platforms and work within a multidisciplinary team across UK sites.

The role requires a STEM degree, experience in RF/antenna design and strong numerical problem-solving abilities, plus clear communication of complex topics. Hybrid working and BPSS/NSV security clearance apply.