Senior RF Test Engineer

Filtronic; Sedgefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Filtronic, a leader in microwave electronics, seeks an experienced RF Test Engineer. In this role, you will enhance test solutions from inception to production, collaborate with engineering teams, and ensure rigorous testing processes are met for high-frequency products. Bring your expertise in RF testing and problem-solving to help drive innovative solutions in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Pension Plans

Life Assurance

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in volume electronics manufacturing.
• Familiarity with RF test processes and diagnostic tools.
• Experience working in a multi-skilled team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop test solutions for a range of RF products.
• Manage project timelines and report on progress.
• Provide technical support for test capabilities.

Skills

Hands-on measurement skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

LabVIEW development

TestStand development

Communication skills

Customer service ethic

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree or equivalent

Tools

RF test equipment

SQL databases

Job description

The Company

Filtronic PLC is a world leader in the design and manufacture of customised microwave and millimetre wave electronics. Our products are used within terrestrial telecommunications, satellite communications, defence and other related applications. Our investment in high calibre staff, leading edge technology and a world class manufacturing facility underpin our growth strategy and our aim to be a world class supplier of high frequency products and solutions.

We are seeking an experienced RF test engineer to join our growing team.

Job Content:

In this hands-on test development role, the candidate will work closely with the wider engineering and production teams to support test software and hardware development for a range of products from conception through to volume production.

The candidate will work in a friendly, supportive, multi-skilled team, using their proven experience to provide end-to-end test engineering leadership in all aspects of testing from DC to 140GHz and beyond.

• Develop and maintain a clear understanding of all test equipment and processes within the company
• Full responsibility for the development/improvement of new/existing solutions to support manufacturing and engineering teams with all aspects of DC to mmWave test
• Provide high-level technical support to improve and maintain test capability and analyse, diagnose, and resolve technical issues as required
• Deliver fully verified and documented solutions in line with defined technical, schedule, and cost constraints
• Plan, organise, and manage own time to meet project requirements, and report project progress and risks to project teams and team leaders
• Interface effectively with vendors and internal and external customers to fulfil project requirements
• Contribute to bids during quotation phase including technical correspondence with customers
• Perform data analysis and produce both internal and customer-facing reports and presentations
• Involvement with the complete solution lifecycle, including requirements review, system design, specifications, instrumentation selection, solution development, implementation, data recording and reporting, testing, training, support, instructions, and change management
  
  
  

Requirements

• Relevant Engineering Degree or equivalent plus sufficient level of experience (:5 years)
• Hands-on experience within a volume electronics manufacturing environment
• Strong hands-on measurement and diagnostic skills using electronic and RF test equipment
• LabVIEW and TestStand development experience
• Experience with test databases and SQL queries beneficial
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Creative and self-motivated with a customer service ethic
• Ability to multitask and context switch effectively between activities
• Flexible team player
• UK Security clearance is required for this position
  
  
  

Benefits

• Pension Plans
• Life Assurance
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Programme - Counseling