Title: Senior RF Engineer
Date: 15 Jan 2026
Location: United Kingdom, Whiteley, Hampshire, GB

About Us DTC – A Codan Company operates in fast growing markets offering innovative and robust wireless security products, leading-edge IP centric network devices, and C4I application software solutions, along with high performance wireless broadcast systems for all industries.

Our passion for innovation keeps us one step ahead in the rapidly changing and increasingly challenging environments within which we perform, whether on the battlefield, in the streets of our cities, or at the world’s largest sporting events.

High performance IP Video, communications, and broadcast systems enable our customers to securely monitor, control, communicate, and share information with confidence in complex environments and in the most demanding situations.

What will you be doing? We are seeking an enthusiastic, forward-thinking and self-motivated individual to join our Hardware Engineering team at DTC in Hampshire.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in board-level and system-level RF electronics design.

You will be responsible for RF system and hardware designs from initial concept through requirements definition, architecture definition, part selection, detailed design, analysis, qualification testing, manufacturing, and in life support.

Hardware design tasks will include block diagrams, detailed schematics, PCB layout and routing, simulations, and design test.

DTC RF Engineers work on Transmitters, Power Amplifiers, Receivers, LNA, Filters, Software Defined Radios and Down converters.

If you enjoy component level RF design and are passionate about developing leading edge RF solutions, we would like to hear from you.

This role requires candidates to undergo Security Screening to ‘SC’ level.

Successful candidates will require

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Electronics or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of industry experience in design and analysis of RF electronics and systems.
• Proficient in RF fundamentals: impedance matching, Smith charts, passive RLC, filter design, linearity, harmonics, noise figure analysis etc.
• Proficient in professional simulation tools such as AWR, as well as EDA tools such as PADS.
• Extensive hands-on experience with lab instruments such as network analysers, spectrum analysers, signal generators and oscilloscopes.
• Proven experience of design, simulation, prototyping, and testing of baseband, IF, and RF circuits
• Expertise in schematic capture and PCB layout for multilayer RF designs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Experience In The Following Areas Would Be Highly Advantageous

• Receivers, Transmitters, Synthesizers, VCOs, low noise amplifiers, power amplifiers, mixers and filters
• Radio propagation, transceiver architecture, modulation schemes, antenna theory and radio/EMC compliance
• Digital Signal Processing

Benefits And Culture Our culture is supportive and collaborative. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team where we share our ideas and innovation is strongly encouraged. We are looking for someone with genuine passion for the job and a “can-do” attitude. Our staff receive:

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank holidays
• A generous pension plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Income protection
• Flexible core working hours
• Onsite subsidised cafe
• A personal approach to training and development

Enjoy working as part of a global organisation with teams in Whiteley, Hampshire; USA; Denmark, Singapore; Dubai and Australia.

DTC is committed to promoting a culture that supports personal development and embraces a diverse mix of employees throughout all levels of the organisation.

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Job Summary The Engineering Manager for Electrical & RF Calibration leads engineering resources for electrical metrology and RF calibration products at Fluke, managing product delivery and lifecycle from concept through deployment to ensure quality, performance, compliance, and customer satisfaction.

Overseeing a multidisciplinary team of hardware, firmware, and software engineers mainly in Norwich, UK, this role also draws on global Fluke engineering resources as needed.

The position applies systems engineering methods to deliver high-quality, scalable calibration products that meet business and customer needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end product delivery and lifecycle management for electrical and RF calibration products, from initial concept through sustaining engineering.
• Lead cross-functional engineering teams (Hardware, Software, and Firmware) to deliver complex, high-precision measurement systems.
• Define and validate system architectures, with a specific focus on RF signal integrity, electrical metrology standards, and firmware/software integration.
• Partner with Product Management and customers to translate market needs into clear, actionable technical requirements for the Norwich-based team.
• Lead technical feasibility reviews, design reviews, and risk mitigation activities, particularly for high-frequency RF circuit design.
• Drive strong systems engineering practices across requirements, integration, verification, and lifecycle processes.
• Monitor product performance, customer feedback, and competitive trends in the Test & Measurement industry to ensure strong business impact.
• Guide continuous improvement of development processes, documentation, and design rigor (e.g., using FBS/Fortive Business System tools).
• Support innovation and early-stage exploration of new measurement technologies and IP opportunities.

Key Qualifications

• Education: BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Leadership: 10+ years of experience in product development, with proven experience leading multidisciplinary hardware and software teams.
• Technical Expertise: Strong background in RF circuit design and measurement (e.g., signal generators, power meters, or spectrum analyzers).
• Domain Knowledge: Solid understanding of the Test & Measurement industry and electrical metrology.
• Systems Thinking: Deep experience with systems engineering methodologies and the full product development lifecycle.
• Communication: Exceptional ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams in complex, global environments.
• Location: Ability to work at the Norwich, England design center.

Fortive Corporation Overview Fortive’s essential technology makes the world safer and more productive. We accelerate transformation in high-impact fields like workplace safety, build environments, and healthcare.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in healthcare sterilization, industrial safety, predictive maintenance, and other mission-critical solutions. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to advanced technologies that help providers focus on exceptional patient care.

We are a diverse team 10,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.

At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.

At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.

At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.

Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.

About Fluke Fluke is leading the world in creating software, test tools and technology that will support customers today and in the future. We are a customer-obsessed market leader with a strong reputation for reliability, quality and safety.A wholly owned subsidiary of Fortive Corporation (www.fortive.com), Fluke is a global corporation headquartered in the greater Seattle area. Driven by the successful Fortive Business System, Fluke offers the passion of a startup with the resources of a Fortune 500 company. We are focused on the growth of our individual employees, teams and the Fluke brand.

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.

Bonus or Equity This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Fluke is leading the world in creating software, test tools and technology that will support customers today and in the future. We are a customer-obsessed market leader with a strong reputation for reliability, quality and safety.A wholly owned subsidiary of Fortive Corporation (www.fortive.com), Fluke is a global corporation headquartered in the greater Seattle area. Driven by the successful Fortive Business System, Fluke offers the passion of a startup with the resources of a Fortune 500 company. We are focused on the growth of our individual employees, teams and the Fluke brand.

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.

This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

We are looking for a talented RF Design Engineer to take ownership of the full hardware design lifecycle from concept and simulation to lab validation and final product delivery.

This role goes beyond circuit design. You will play a key part in pushing the limits of RF performance, including sensitivity, dynamic range, and frequency coverage, contributing to the development of high-performance, market-leading hardware platforms.

Key Responsibilities

● Innovate & Design: Spearhead the design of next-generation RF front-ends, frequency

converters, and wideband receivers that outperform the competition.

● Model & Simulate: Use industry-leading tools (ADS, CST, or similar) to bring theoretical

designs to life, ensuring optimal signal integrity and performance.

● Bring Hardware to Life: Transition designs from the screen to the bench. You’ll lead

the bring-up, debugging, and characterization of high-complexity RF PCBs.

● Collaborate for Excellence: Work alongside a brilliant cross-functional team of

Software, FPGA, and Systems Engineers to integrate your RF designs into seamless,

market-leading solutions.

● Field Impact: Validate your work in the real world, analyzing performance in complex

environments to ensure our customers have the best possible data.

Who You Are

● An RF Enthusiast: You have a solid foundation in RF/Microwave engineering and a

genuine curiosity about how things work “under the hood.”

● A Practical Problem Solver: You love the challenge of the lab—tuning circuits, chasing

noise floors, and finding elegant solutions to complex hardware hurdles.

● Design-Led: You have experience with PCB design, component selection, and a

methodical approach to wideband architecture.

● Technically Grounded: You hold a degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a

related discipline and have a proven track record in RF hardware development.

● A Team Player: You thrive in a collaborative environment where ideas are shared, and

the best solution wins.

What We Offer

● Cutting-Edge Projects: Work on technology that sits at the absolute forefront of the RF

industry.

● Career Growth: A culture that values technical expertise and provides the autonomy to

take ownership of your designs.

● Collaborative Culture: Join a team of experts who are as passionate about RF as you

are.

● Competitive Benefits: A comprehensive package designed to support your

professional and personal well-being.

We’re looking for a Team Lead with a flair for people and leadership and a passion for delivery!

Job Title: Team Lead – RF Design

Salary: Circa £75,000 depending on experience

Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: Typically 3 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizens only

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more.

The opportunity: Our Electronic Engineering (EE) Function has a fantastic opportunity for a Team Lead within our expanding RF and Antenna Team.

The Team Lead position will require a strong technical background in RF design with proven ability to lead work packages and provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to the team.

Working alongside another Team lead, the Group Lead and Technical Experts, you’ll be responsible for leading the design and delivery of some of the most exciting and challenging projects in the UK defence industry.

This is a challenging and exciting role with great career development pathways to progress in either technical or people management disciplines.

What we’re looking for from you: We’re looking for someone with a proven track record in leading and delivering complex RF design packages, while collaborating in a diverse cross-functional organisation. A flair for leadership and people management is also essential.

• Team leadership both technical and functional with the ability to inspire and drive high performing teams.
• Proven practical RF (component level) design and testing of RF circuits across a wide frequency range (eg, 30MHz to 30GHz, including LNA Amplifier, High Power Amplifier, filter, local oscillator, synthesiser, modulator design etc)
• Good knowledge of digital, analogue and power supply design
• Experience using RF and Antenna design tools (eg Microwave Office, HFSS), including layout.
• Fully conversant with modern Radio Transceiver System architecture and design
• Fully conversant with manufacturing techniques and capabilities, including design for manufacture and test.
• Experience in Project Management and the planning of tasks/activities (use of Excel, P6 or MS Project beneficial) On Time On Cost, On Quality.

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more…

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Around the world, SYSTRA’s specialists plan, design, integrate, test, commission, project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day.

For more than 60 years, the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their transport infrastructure with sustainability, accessibility and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 10,300 colleagues globally and around 1000 in the UK & Ireland we are growing significantly and seeking out the very best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in infrastructure design.

Context

We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer/EMC Specialist, with particular specialism in complex electromagnetic environments of railway lineside infrastructure and high-speed tunnels, to join our engineering team. This position within our MEP engineering team will suit a committed and ambitious engineer who can demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills combined with commercial awareness and the ability to play their part in a dynamic high-performance team.

The Principal Electrical Engineer/EMC Specialist will be responsible for ensuring that all lineside and tunnel systems (including power, signalling, communications, mechanical and electrical (M&E) assets) are designed, installed and tested to meet the stringent EMC requirements of a high-speed railway. Your expertise will be vital in preventing electromagnetic interference (EMI) between safety-critical systems, ensuring the railway operates safely and reliably.

• This role requires considerable professional experience and expertise in order to manage complex or non-standard design solutions.
• Have a good understanding of CSM/CDM regulations and requirements.
• Good communication and presentation skills for external presentations to clients.
• Maintaining good relationships with all external parties to enhance the reputation of the company.
• Maintaining good relationships with engineers from other internal discipline teams to promote good inter-discipline working relationships and a “One Team” ethos.

Missions/Main Duties

The Principal Electrical Engineer/EMC Specialist’s main duties will be to manage the complex EMC interfaces for a high-speed rail environment and to be responsible for:

• Ensuring projects are completed to meet all client’s requirements and applicable standards and to an agreed budget and programme.
• Plan the project works and provide forward view resource forecasting to enable the team leader to allocate suitable resource to the projects.
• Identify changes to the projects client requirements and raise the changes with the SYSTRA Project Management Team.
• Provide monthly cost to complete forecasts to the SYSTRA Project Management Team.
• Act as the technical lead for all EMC matters related to lineside and tunnel systems.
• Develop, maintain and manage EMC Management Plans for specific assets, focusing on the unique challenges of confined tunnel spaces and extensive lineside routes.
• Proactively identify and manage complex EMC interfaces between railway systems.
• Lead and contribute to EMC-related hazard identification (HAZID) and risk assessments. Ensure all EMC risks are captured in the project Hazard Log and managed to an ALARP (As Low As Reasonably Practicable) level.
• Investigate and lead the resolution of any EMC issues, failures or non-conformances identified during construction, testing, or commissioning.
• Liaise directly with design and build contractors, system suppliers, internal departments (such as Power, Signalling and Civils) and external bodies to ensure a unified and compliant approach to EMC.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and interface management with civil, structural, architectural, and rail systems engineering teams.
• Support the implementation of sustainability and energy efficiency measures.
• Monitor project progress and technical issues; prepare progress, quality and safety documentation as required.
• Support value engineering, risk assessments and technical query resolution.

Profile/Skills

• Minimum 15 years of experience in EMC matters with a strong focus on rail/high-speed rail or transportation sectors.
• Extensive, proven experience as an EMC engineer or specialist within a complex, large-scale infrastructure project.
• Deep technical knowledge of railway EMC and the governing standards, particularly the EN 50121 series (Railway applications – Electromagnetic compatibility).
• Experience of the production and review of the following documents:-
  • EMC Strategy
  • EMC Control Plan
  • EMC Management Plan
• Experience of working with multidisciplinary teams in large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; fluent in English.
• Flexibility in working hours will be required to meet the demands of the role.
• Ability to travel to client sites and other SYSTRA offices will be required.
• Detailed knowledge of construction principles and standards.
• Detailed knowledge of Earthing and Bonding with a strong focus on rail/high-speed rail
• Able to undertake overseas assignments where required.
• Experience in working with offshore production centres.
• Incorporated or Chartered Engineer.
• Qualified to HNC or equivalent.
• Significant engineering design and site experience in a similar consultancy or contractor organisation.

Why SYSTRA?

Our three core values: Excellence, Connected Teams and Bold Leadership are kept at the heart of everything we do. We strive for the highest levels of technical excellence, achieving the best results through teamwork, both locally and internationally, and reward innovative thinking through encouraging all colleagues to think as leaders. We offer clear and well supported pathways for career development and qualification attainment, a competitive remuneration package including a bonus and private healthcare, an electric car scheme and a broad suite of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.

Flexibility

Because we value who you are as much as what you do, we want you to feel supported at work. We offer hybrid working, balancing the benefits of working from home with time in our modern, well-equipped offices for that crucial in-person contact, team development and collaborative working. We also recognise that life doesn’t always run to the same schedule for everyone, so we have a dedicated flexible working policy to support you in tailoring your work life to reach your full potential, for more details on this, please get in touch.

Diversity & Inclusion

We provide a warm welcome and encourage applications from a diverse range of people who can enrich our company and offer perspectives which will drive better solutions in a truly inclusive environment. Our employee led working groups and clearly defined strategy help us to keep at the leading edge of important issues and keep us accountable. We want our colleagues to feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to work and continually seek new ideas and contributions to ensure we continue to grow and develop in this space.

It’s no surprise that people do their best work when they feel physically and mentally supported. Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers a wide range of support; from Wellness champions to free health checks, healthy eating workshops and regular seminars, alongside access to a wide range of external support. We offer two paid days for charity work and an ever-growing social calendar.

Apply and find out more about how SYSTRA can support you in your career journey. If you require any adjustments or financial assistance to support, you in your application or interview process please email: reasonableadjustments@systra.com where your request will be treated confidentially and with respect. We pledge to offer an interview to any candidates with a disability who apply for a role and meet the minimum criteria.

As we are always looking to expand our team, we would still be interested in hearing from you if you fulfil most, but not all, of the relevant criteria for the role and if you are a returner looking to restart your career after a period outside the workplace – you could be just what we are looking for.

Bolton We have a fantastic opportunity for an RF Design engineer to work on the research, design and testing of cutting-edge radio-frequency technology for integration into our complex weapons systems. Job Title: RF Designer

Salary: Circa £65,000 depending on experience

Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working – such as being onsite when necessary to work with people and collaborate, then working from home and around family commitments to be your most efficient. Typically for this role you will work 3-4 days per week on-site due to workload classification. In addition, this role could be full time or part time in order to meet your needs. We are flexible and accommodating.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more.

The opportunity: We’re looking for an RF Design engineer with proven practical design experience for cutting edge defence products. You’ll be working on the research, design and testing of cutting-edge radio-frequency technology for integration into our complex weapons systems, with a focus on utilising your hands on experience to carry out modifications or rapid prototypes where required.

We need a team player who can use their initiative and has a real passion for electronic engineering. The role would ideally suit someone who is comfortable carrying out hands on testing and modifications to boards while having a strong background in RF design.

What we’re looking for from you:

• Proven practical RF (component level) design and testing of RF circuits across a wide frequency range ( eg, 30MHz to 30GHz, including LNA Amplifier, High Power Amplifier, filter, local oscillator, synthesiser, modulator design etc)
• RF design experience for harsh environments (EMC, vibration, thermal)
• Ability to perform design proving tests and trials in the onsite laboratory
• Excellent practical skills including soldering, fault finding and the use of RF test equipment including Spectrum Analysers, Power Meters & VNAs
• Good knowledge of digital, analogue and power supply design
• Experience using RF design tools ( eg Microwave Office), including layout.
• Fully conversant with manufacturing techniques and capabilities, including design for manufacture and test.
• Strong communicator with excellent presentation and report writing skills and the ability to communicate clearly any problems, solutions or results to the team and customer.

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more…

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Welcome to AALTO, a global leader in Stratospace. Based in Farnborough, AALTO is an Airbus subsidiary that manufactures, operates, and delivers services with its solar-powered, stratospheric platform: Zephyr.

Zephyr’s persistence enables continuous flight for months at a time. Its current flight-time record of over 67 days in the stratosphere. From above 60,000+ft, or 20km above ground, AALTO can deliver several applications including direct-to-device connectivity and high-resolution Earth observation.

AALTO operates in a new operational layer between most of air traffic and low-Earth orbit, Stratospace. This is where high-altitude platforms led by Zephyr deliver services to commercial and government partners. We can help monitor environments, observe borders, track natural disasters and connect unconnected communities.

Join us as we create a new domain of aerospace: Stratospace. You’ll be part of a highly-skilled, innovative and passionate group of people – Team AALTO. Together, we can Unlock Stratospace.

Job Purpose We are seeking an RF Avionics Engineer to work with us at our design and production site in Farnborough. Here you would be working in a small team developing RF and datalink avionics modules utilised on our high-altitude Zephyr aircraft and the supporting ground systems.

Responsibilities

• Executing full lifecycle analogue and digital circuit design for harsh thermal and radiation environments
• Performing schematic capture and PCB layout
• Managing and supporting the design and development of datalinks (Satcom, GNSS)
• Coordinating unit testing of avionics modules from component to systems level, defining test parameters and creating test specifications
• Managing non-conformances throughout the design lifecycle
• Capturing lessons learnt and identifying improvements to designs and processes
• Tracking design changes through a formal change process

Experience And Qualifications

• Experience of analogue and digital electronic circuit design principles
• Experience of RF systems (link budgets, antennas, transmitters/receivers etc.)
• Able to take a unit design from requirements through detailed design and system trade-offs to prototyping and batch production, testing and system integration
• Able to perform trade-off analyses of candidate solutions to best meet system requirements
• Use of electronic CAD packages (schematic capture, PCB layout, simulation etc.)
• Experience of electronic component selection in accordance with requirements

Desirable

• Experience working in the aerospace and/or UAS industry
• Working knowledge of aerospace hardware standards DO-160, Mil-Std 810, Def-Stan 59-411 or equivalent aerospace and/or defence standards
• Working knowledge of aerospace certification standards ARP4754, ARP4761
• Experience of working with PLM and or ERP tools

In Addition To Salary, We Offer

• Rewarding Excellence: Benefit from our short-term incentive plan that rewards your hard work and dedication.
• Enjoy Your Time Off: Benefit from 25 days of holiday to relax and recharge.
• Stay Healthy: We’ve got your health covered with private medical insurance, along with dental and optical cash back.
• Secure Your Future: Take advantage of our personal pension plan to ensure a comfortable retirement.
• Peace of Mind: Our income protection and life assurance schemes are there to support you when you need it most.
• We Care About You: Our employee assistance programme is always available to provide the support you need.
• Perks Galore: Enjoy a range of employee discounts via Perkbox, because you deserve a treat!

At AALTO, we take pride in building and offering an exceptional work environment that values your well-being and rewards your dedication. We believe in recognising your hard work and commitment, which is why we provide a fantastic bonus scheme that rewards your contributions. Additionally, we understand the importance of financial security and support your future with a competitive pension plan. When you join us, you become part of a workplace that not only encourages your professional growth but also cares about your personal fulfilment and financial stability.

AALTO is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.

Overview We are seeking a highly capable and commercially aware technical leader to be based at Element Wimborne in a site-based role, with responsibility for supporting and developing the company’s UK Military and Aerospace EMC department.

This role will focus on strengthening internal capability, improving technical readiness, developing new service offerings, and building trusted relationships with customers and internal stakeholders. The successful candidate will act as a key technical resource for the EU Military and Aerospace EMC function, helping to upskill teams, develop new testing methodologies, support complex projects, and identify opportunities for growth. The role will also contribute to marketing, knowledge sharing, and collaboration across the wider UK and global business.

Location

Site-based at Element Wimborne.

Whilst this is a site-based role, occasional travel may be required to other Element locations within the UK and globally, as well as to customer sites, where business needs arise. Travel is not expected to be frequent, but will be undertaken as and when necessary to support technical activities, commercial engagement, collaboration, and knowledge transfer.

Responsibilities Department Leadership and Technical Capability

• Act as a key site-based technical lead supporting the company’s EU Military and Aerospace EMC department.
• Provide internal training to upskill existing staff and promote best practice across the team.
• Support and mentor internal technical resources, helping to strengthen EMC knowledge and competence across the business.
• Assist global company locations with the implementation of best practice and knowledge transfer.
• Work alongside EMC subject matter experts to help develop a knowledge base and, in time, contribute to building a globally aligned technical knowledge team.

Service Development and Innovation

• Work with identified customers to develop new testing methodologies and technical solutions.
• Contribute to business cases for new services that support the company’s growth strategy.
• Support the development of EU Military and Aerospace EMC capability from the inside out, ensuring strong technical foundations are established before targeting the market.
• Identify service gaps in the UK market and assess where competitors may be under-serving customers, using customer feedback and market insight to shape future offerings.

Project Readiness and Delivery Support

• Review project information to ensure larger and more complex projects can commence promptly and efficiently.
• Support complex test readiness reviews to confirm projects are fully prepared prior to entering the laboratory.
• Ensure incoming work is thoroughly reviewed and in a suitable state for test, enabling a smooth and efficient process for both the client and the business.
• Scope and support work at subcontract facilities where required.

Business Growth and Customer Support

• Work with other UK entities to optimise cross-selling and solution-selling opportunities in key industries.
• Help customers understand how module-level work ultimately integrates into wider systems and platforms and identify how the business can support that journey more effectively.
• Listen to customer needs, guide them through technical and compliance challenges, and build trusted long-term relationships.
• Support the growth of the Military and Aerospace EMC department by building capability first, then aligning services to market needs and customer demand.

Marketing and Industry Engagement

• Develop marketing materials and webinars to promote compliance and EMC activities.
• Author and present technical material for EMC-related public events.
• Support and encourage others within the business who have an interest in presenting or contributing to public technical events.

Skills / Qualifications

• Strong background in EMC testing, compliance, and technical problem solving, within Military and Aerospace sectors.
• Proven ability to develop technical solutions, interpret customer requirements, and support complex projects.
• Experience delivering training, mentoring staff, and promoting technical best practice.
• Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to contribute to service development and growth initiatives.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence in producing technical content for customers, marketing activities, and public events.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple sites, teams, and regions.
• A proactive and strategic mindset, with a focus on capability development, customer trust, and long-term growth.

What Success Looks Like

• Ensure the EU Military and Aerospace EMC department is supported by strong technical leadership across Element Wimborne and Malvern locations and beyond.
• Internal teams are better trained, more confident, and more consistent in their technical delivery.
• New EMC methodologies and service offerings are developed in response to customer and market needs.
• Projects enter the laboratory in a better state of readiness, improving efficiency and customer experience.
• UK Military and Aerospace EMC capability grows in a structured and credible way, built on strong technical foundations.
• The business becomes more effective at sharing EMC knowledge, supporting global best practice, and building customer trust.

To be successful in your application for this role you will require:

• The ability to obtain and maintain UK security clearance (SC level).
• Availability to work Monday to Thursday: 08:30–17:00, and Friday: 08:30–15:45 (37.5 hours per week).
• Full UK driving licence.

Company Overview Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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