RF Engineer

About The Company

Technical Futures Ltd is a leading technical consultancy specializing in advanced electronic and RF systems. With a strong reputation for delivering innovative solutions across a variety of sectors, including defense, aerospace, and communications, the company prides itself on its commitment to excellence and cutting-edge research. Dedicated to fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment, Technical Futures Ltd continually invests in the development of its team members and maintains a focus on delivering high-quality results to its clients worldwide.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior RF Design Engineer with strong analogue expertise to join our thriving engineering team. In this pivotal role, you will work on a diverse portfolio of complex projects ranging from radar systems and sensors to radio communication devices. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute innovative ideas to solve real-world challenges, interacting closely with clients to understand their needs and deliver tailored solutions. This position offers a competitive salary package along with a hybrid working model, typically combining three days in the office with two days working remotely.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a 2.1 BEng or MEng degree in Electronic Engineering or a closely related field.
• Several years of post-graduate RF circuit design experience, ideally within a defense or related environment.
• Proven expertise in analogue, microwave, and RF design and simulation tools.
• Experience in developing products from initial conception through to manufacturing and deployment.
• Knowledge of radar systems, surveillance technologies, and sensors is highly advantageous.
• Strong leadership capabilities, with experience in leading projects and teams.
• Customer-facing experience with excellent communication skills.
• Exposure to open architecture standards such as OpenCPI, STICS, or SOSA is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

The Senior RF Electronics Engineer will play a key role within a multidisciplinary engineering team, taking responsibility for designing, developing, and validating RF and analogue circuits for complex systems. Your core responsibilities will include translating client requirements into technical specifications, creating detailed designs and simulations, and overseeing the development process from prototype to production. You will collaborate closely with clients to understand their technical needs and provide expert guidance throughout the project lifecycle.

You will also be involved in conducting rigorous testing and verification of RF systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project specifications. Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the team will be integral to your role. Additionally, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of emerging RF technologies and standards will help drive innovation within the company.

Benefits

Technical Futures Ltd offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. The package includes a competitive salary, with adjustments based on experience, and a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. Employees are entitled to 25 days of holiday, with an option to purchase an additional five days. The company provides private healthcare, a pension scheme with a minimum employee contribution of 5% and employer contribution of 10%, and life assurance coverage of six times salary.

Additional benefits include a permanent health insurance scheme, long service awards, a cycle-to-work scheme, a car lease scheme, and free refreshments. The company also encourages personal development through training opportunities and recognizes long-term commitment with various awards. Participation in the company bonus scheme offers further financial incentives for outstanding performance.

Equal Opportunity

Technical Futures Ltd is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, or sexual orientation. We believe that diversity enhances innovation and creativity, and we are dedicated to providing a supportive environment where all employees can thrive and succeed. All employment decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.