Senior Radio Frequency Design Engineer

Searchability NS&D; England; Hybrid; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior RF Design Engineer to join a dynamic team in the Defence and Security sector. This exciting role involves working on cutting-edge RF technology, including the design of high-power amplifiers and complex RF systems. You'll play a key role in the full product lifecycle, from concept to production, while mentoring junior engineers. With a collaborative culture and a focus on professional development, this position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in critical markets such as military-grade secure communications. If you are passionate about RF technology and eager to contribute to impactful projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Leadership development programs

Technical training programs

Support for education and certifications

Qualifications

• Experience in designing linear high-power wideband RF amplifiers.
• Knowledge of RF simulation and PCB design tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Involved in end-to-end design and development of complex RF systems.
• Drive new product introduction and support production teams.

Skills

RF Design

High Power Amplifier

GaN

LDMOS

RF Simulation

Altium

AWR

HFSS

EMC

Transmitter

Receiver

Antenna

Military Electronics

NSD

Tools

PCB Design Tools

Job description

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Recruiting the best SC & DV cleared developers into National Security, Government & Defence markets across the UK

Up to £65,000 + Hybrid (3 days onsite)

Work on cutting-edge RF tech used in defence, security, and aviation

Join a small, dynamic team and influence full product lifecycle

Work with high-power RF systems, advanced simulation tools, and defence-grade components

ABOUT THE CLIENT:

Our client is a pioneering technology manufacturer operating in the Defence and Security space. Their products play a critical role in supporting infrastructure and frontline operations around the world. With a collaborative engineering culture and a strong pipeline of new product development, they are seeking a Senior RF Design Engineer to help shape the next generation of RF communications equipment.

THE BENEFITS:

• Up to £65,000 salary
• Hybrid working (3 days onsite, 2 remote)
• Leadership development and technical training programmes
• Support for education and certifications

THE SENIOR RF DESIGN ENGINEER ROLE:

As Senior RF Design Engineer, you’ll be part of a small and agile team involved in the end-to-end design and development of complex RF systems, including transmitters, receivers, filters, amplifiers, and antennas. You’ll drive new product introduction (NPI), lead design reviews, and support production teams, while helping to mentor junior engineers. The work spans multiple high-impact markets, including military-grade secure data links and electronic warfare.

SENIOR RF DESIGN ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Design of linear high-power wideband RF amplifiers (e.g. GaN/LDMOS up to 200W)
• Knowledge of RF simulation and PCB design tools (e.g. Altium, AWR, HFSS)
• Design experience with filters, transmitters, receivers, LNA, converters, antennas
• Experience with EMC, test equipment and debugging
• Strong cross-disciplinary communication and problem-solving skills
• SC Cleared or Eligibility required

TO BE CONSIDERED:

Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via [e-mail]. For further information, call 0203 854 0120 / 07889 589 648. By applying, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

KEY SKILLS

RF Design, High Power Amplifier, GaN, LDMOS, RF Simulation, Altium, AWR, HFSS, EMC, Transmitter, Receiver, Antenna, Military Electronics, NSD

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Engineering Services, IT Services and IT Consulting, and IT System Design Services

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