Senior Systems Engineer: Satellite & RF Systems Lead

Octagon; Hereford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established UK engineering organization is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to drive system architecture and manage complex products in satellite communications and RF systems. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in systems engineering, strong leadership abilities, and a broad technical understanding across disciplines. Your responsibilities will include translating stakeholder needs into clear intents and leading integration efforts across various engineering teams. This pivotal role offers an opportunity for technical ownership and collaboration in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong senior-level experience in systems or product engineering within satellite communications or RF systems.
• Proven ability to work across the full product lifecycle in a structured environment.
• Broad technical understanding spanning RF, electronics, mechanical, and embedded/software systems.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage system and product requirements, translating stakeholder needs into clear engineering intent.
• Lead system architecture and integration across RF, electronics, mechanical, and software domains.
• Drive design reviews and technical decision-making at product and system level.

Skills

Systems engineering

RF systems

Technical communication

Cross-disciplinary leadership

Job description

A well-established UK engineering organization is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to drive system architecture and manage complex products in satellite communications and RF systems. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in systems engineering, strong leadership abilities, and a broad technical understanding across disciplines. Your responsibilities will include translating stakeholder needs into clear intents and leading integration efforts across various engineering teams. This pivotal role offers an opportunity for technical ownership and collaboration in a dynamic environment.