Senior RF Electronics Engineer – Hybrid (Cambridge South)

Plextek; Great Chesterford; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Plextek, based just south of Cambridge, is seeking a senior RF electronics engineer to design, build and test RF-based systems for radios, radars and sensors. The role emphasizes explaining technical matters to non-technical customers and working within a state-of-the-art electronics lab.

You will join a diverse team delivering exciting projects, from concept to verification, with a hybrid work pattern (3 days in the office) and opportunities for technical and career progression.

Qualifications

• 6+ years post‑graduate experience in RF circuit design (radios/radars).
• Experience taking products from concept to design verification.
• Strong microwave/RF/analogue design and simulation skills.
• RF amplifiers, filters and synthesiser design experience.
• Familiar with OpenCPI, STICS or SOSA standards.
• Knowledge of radar/radio systems is advantageous.
• Ability to lead a small team is a plus.

Skills

RF design

Microwave design

Analog design

Simulation

Product development

Open architectures

Radar knowledge

Leadership

Job description

Plextek, based just south of Cambridge, is seeking a senior RF electronics engineer to design, build and test RF-based systems for radios, radars and sensors. The role emphasizes explaining technical matters to non-technical customers and working within a state-of-the-art electronics lab.

You will join a diverse team delivering exciting projects, from concept to verification, with a hybrid work pattern (3 days in the office) and opportunities for technical and career progression.