RF Test Engineer

Filtronic; Sedgefield; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company located in Sedgefield is seeking an experienced RF Test Engineer to develop and maintain automated test solutions. The ideal candidate will have more than 5 years of RF experience, strong technical skills, and experience with LabVIEW/TestStand. This role supports innovation in mission-critical communications and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Excellent salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• 5+ years of RF experience in a relevant field.
• Strong hands-on measurement and diagnostic skills.
• Experience in a volume electronics manufacturing environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test solutions.
• Analyse and resolve technical issues as required.
• Produce internal and customer-facing reports and presentations.

Skills

RF Test equipment knowledge

LabVIEW/TestStand experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree or equivalent

Tools

Electronic and RF test equipment

Microwave communication protocols

I2C/SPI

Job description

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Filtronic designs and manufacturers advance RF, microwave and mmWave technologies for mission-critical communications and connectivity applications. Our products and solutions support customers operating in aerospace, defence, space, telecommunications and critical infrastructure markets.

At Filtronic, we are driven by innovation, collaboration and technical excellence. We take pride in delivering complex engineering projects to the highest standards, helping our customers connect, protect and explore.

You’ll be joining a growing, high technology business where your ideas are valued, your knowledge and expertise respected, and your impact visible.

What we are looking for:

We are seeking an experienced RF Test Engineer to join our growing team. In this hands‑on RF test development role, the candidate will work closely with the wider engineering and production teams to support test solution development for a range of products from conception through to volume production.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge, skills, and experience of RF Test equipment and LabVIEW/TestStand, to develop and maintain automated test solutions.
• Improve and maintain test capability, and analyse, diagnose, and resolve technical issues as required.
• Deliver 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Relevant Engineering Degree or equivalent plus sufficient level of RF experience (5+ years).
• Strong hands‑on measurement and diagnostic skills using electronic and RF test equipment at microwave frequencies and above.
• LabVIEW and TestStand development experience.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must be a flexible and self‑motivated individual able to interface effectively with internal and external customers to fulfil project requirements.
• Hands‑on experience within a volume electronics manufacturing environment is beneficial.
• Hands‑on experience with serial communication protocols such as I2C/SPI is beneficial.

We recognise the value of exceptional talent. That's why this role is backed by an excellent salary and benefits package.

Please call our Talent Partner, Bruce Mair on 07483 917543 (anytime) if you would like to chat about this role or clarify the salary and benefits prior to investing your time applying.

Filtronic plc is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability status. If you require any adjustments or accommodations to support you during the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to assist.