Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, RF & Aerospace Systems

Redline Group - Specialist Recruitment for Technology & Electronics Companies; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global RF technology group in Lincoln, UK, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join its specialist R&D team. This role involves leading the design of advanced mechanical solutions for RF, antenna, and electronic systems across various demanding applications including aerospace and defense. Candidates should have extensive experience in mechanical design and be adept in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Applicants will produce detailed CAD models, manage designs through fabrication, and participate in environmental testing and qualification processes.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in mechanical product design within defense, aerospace, naval, or space applications.
• Ability to deliver designs from concept to CAD, fabrication, and final assembly.
• Experience in design for environmental requirements including vibration and shock protection.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design from concept through final assembly.
• Collaborate with RF and electronics engineers to optimize designs.
• Produce detailed CAD models and analysis for compliance with military standards.

Skills

Mechanical product design

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Prototyping

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Solidworks

Autodesk Inventor

FEA tools

MATLAB

Job description

A global RF technology group in Lincoln, UK, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join its specialist R&D team. This role involves leading the design of advanced mechanical solutions for RF, antenna, and electronic systems across various demanding applications including aerospace and defense. Candidates should have extensive experience in mechanical design and be adept in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Applicants will produce detailed CAD models, manage designs through fabrication, and participate in environmental testing and qualification processes.