Senior Applications Engineer (m/f/d)

Copeland; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company is seeking a Senior Applications Engineer to provide test and measurement system design consulting for Aerospace/Defense customers in Reading, UK. Ideal candidates should have a STEM-related degree and experience in RF test engineering. Those who can obtain Security Clearance and are permanent residents of the UK are preferred. This role requires strong technical leadership and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Mentorship programs

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in RF test engineering.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance for UK-caveated programmes.
• Permanent and unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide test and measurement system design consulting.
• Create technology demonstrator systems.
• Capture Voice of the Customer feedback.

Skills

RF test engineering

Digital Signal Processing (DSP)

FPGA development

LabVIEW

Python development

Education

STEM-related bachelor's degree

Job description

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Senior Applications Engineer (m/f/d), Reading

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Location: Reading, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 4508c7768678

Job Views: 21

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

The NI EMEA ADG BU Application Engineering Team is seeking to hire an experienced Applications Engineer (AE) based in Reading (UK) fully dedicated to support our Top Accounts in UK and in EMEA.

Applications Engineers demonstrate the highest level of technical capability and engineering skills as they ensure NI and customer success. This is a unique role that requires strong technical leadership, desire to work with people, and personal drive. Applications Engineers serve as trusted consultants who stay abreast of industry and technology trends. Successful Applications Engineers effectively balance time between customer and internal activities that demonstrate their knowledge of NI products and customer applications.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Provide test and measurement system design consulting for Aerospace/Defense customers in collaboration with Sales team
• Create technology demonstrator systems and application notes in collaboration with Aerospace/Defense Business Managers and R&D team
• Capture Voice of the Customer feedback for R&D team

Who You Are:

You balance planning with actions. You identify issues and map out a process to resolve them. You drill down to root causes, gather relevant information and share it with collaborators. You include others in making decisions and craft a consensus approach. You research initiatives and try new approaches. You flex your style to accommodate differences. You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• STEM-related bachelor's degree
• years of RF test engineering experience
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance for UK-caveated programmes
• Only those with the permanent and unrestricted right to live and work in the UK will be considered for the position due to the nature of our work
• Availability to travel up to % (UK and EMEA)

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Proven experience with Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and FPGA development
• Experience designing and implementing test and measurement systems using PXI systems with LabVIEW/LabVIEW FPGA or Python software development toolchains

The NI EMEA ADG BU Application Engineering Team is seeking to hire an experienced Applications Engineer (AE) based in Reading (UK) fully dedicated to support our Top Accounts in UK and in EMEA.

Applications Engineers demonstrate the highest level of technical capability and engineering skills as they ensure NI and customer success. This is a unique role that requires strong technical leadership, desire to work with people, and personal drive. Applications Engineers serve as trusted consultants who stay abreast of industry and technology trends. Successful Applications Engineers effectively balance time between customer and internal activities that demonstrate their knowledge of NI products and customer applications.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Provide test and measurement system design consulting for Aerospace/Defense customers in collaboration with Sales team
• Create technology demonstrator systems and application notes in collaboration with Aerospace/Defense Business Managers and R&D team
• Capture Voice of the Customer feedback for R&D team

Who You Are:

You balance planning with actions. You identify issues and map out a process to resolve them. You drill down to root causes, gather relevant information and share it with collaborators. You include others in making decisions and craft a consensus approach. You research initiatives and try new approaches. You flex your style to accommodate differences. You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• STEM-related bachelor's degree
• years of RF test engineering experience
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance for UK-caveated programmes
• Only those with the permanent and unrestricted right to live and work in the UK will be considered for the position due to the nature of our work
• Availability to travel up to % (UK and EMEA)

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Aerospace/Defense test engineering experience
• Proven experience with Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and FPGA development
• Experience designing and implementing test and measurement systems using PXI systems with LabVIEW/LabVIEW FPGA or Python software development toolchains

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.