Senior RF Engineer

Filtronic; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Income Protection Insurance

Save As You Earn (SAYE) share scheme

Electric Vehicle (EV) scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Volunteering day

Learning and development opportunities

25 days holiday + public holidays (buy

Job summary

Filtronic in Cambridge is seeking a Senior RF mm/Wave Engineer to design, develop and deliver high-performance RF and mmWave products. The role involves hands-on design, test and close collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure project success.

You will lead RF/microwave circuit design, simulate, measure, document results, and help drive the product roadmap while maintaining high engineering standards. Hybrid working is available.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in RF, Microwave, Electronics or Communications Engineering.
• Experience in RF/mmW circuit or system design.
• Experience using RF design tools such as Microwave Office, CST, EMPro or ADS would be beneficial.
• Good understanding of microwave circuit design, system line-up analysis, tolerance/yield analysis and design for manufacture.
• Experience of transceiver, amplifier, filter, module or subsystem design would be advantageous.
• A practical approach to engineering, with good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to contribute to technical activities and work collaboratively with other engineers.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively across engineering, manufacturing and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, simulation, and development of RF and mmWave circuits, components, and subsystems.
• Conduct RF system analysis, performance optimisation, and troubleshooting of complex designs.
• Carry out RF measurements, characterisation, and validation of prototypes and production hardware.
• Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including design reports, test plans, and results.
• Ensure designs meet required specifications, standards, and customer requirements.
• Contribute to technology and product roadmaps with innovative RF design solutions.
• Support RFQs, proposals, and customer engagements with technical input where required.

Skills

RF/microwave engineering

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience in RF, Microwave, Electronics or Communications Engineering

Tools

Microwave Office

CST

EMPro

ADS

Job description

Relocation Assistance and Skilled Work Visa Sponsorship is available, if required.

Filtronic is looking for a Senior RF mm/Wave Engineer to be based at our Cambridge site to play a key role in the design, development, and delivery of high-performance RF and mmWave products and solutions. This role involves advanced technical expertise in RF/microwave engineering, hands-on design and test, problem-solving, and close collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution.

The Senior RF Engineer is responsible for delivering robust RF designs, supporting technology development, maintaining high engineering standards, and contributing to the company's product roadmap.

Technical

• Lead the design, simulation, and development of RF and mmWave circuits, components, and subsystems

• Conduct RF system analysis, performance optimisation, and troubleshooting of complex designs

• Carry out RF measurements, characterisation, and validation of prototypes and production hardware

• Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including design reports, test plans, and results

• Ensure designs meet required specifications, standards, and customer requirements

• Contribute to technology and product roadmaps with innovative RF design solutions

• Support RFQs, proposals, and customer engagements with technical input where required

Project & Product Management:

• Work with project managers and engineering leads to deliver designs on time, within budget, and to agreed quality standards

• Support the transition of designs from concept through prototyping into volume manufacturing

• Collaborate with process engineering and operations to ensure manufacturability and yield of RF products

• Assist in risk identification and mitigation during the design and development process

Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with electronics, mechanical, software, and systems engineers to deliver integrated solutions

• Provide technical expertise and support to internal and external stakeholders, including customers

• Present technical work and project updates to peers, management, and customers as required

About you:

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in RF, Microwave, Electronics or Communications Engineering.

• Experience in RF/mmW circuit or system design.

• Experience using RF design tools such as Microwave Office, CST, EMPro or ADS would be beneficial.

• Good understanding of microwave circuit design, system line-up analysis, tolerance/yield analysis and design for manufacture.

• Experience of transceiver, amplifier, filter, module or subsystem design would be advantageous.

• A practical approach to engineering, with good problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Ability to contribute to technical activities and work collaboratively with other engineers.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively across engineering, manufacturing and project teams.

• Salary benchmarked at the top end of the market range to attract the strongest candidates.

• 37.5 hour working week

• 25 days' holiday plus public holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days

• Contributory pension scheme with up to 8% company contribution

• Life Assurance

• Income Protection Insurance

• Save As You Earn (SAYE) share scheme

• Electric Vehicle (EV) scheme

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Volunteering day

• Learning and development opportunities

• Hybrid working available

We are always happy to answer any questions you may have about the role, what we do, our culture or what it is like to work at Filtronic.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Filtronic, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to succeed. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We'll be happy to support you throughout your application journey.