ETL Systems Ltd

ETL Systems has been at the forefront of RF design and manufacturing for over 35 years. It designs and builds essential elements of critical satellite communications infrastructure. Its culture of innovation and solution-oriented approach has established it as a market leader in the field, with revenue growing 30x since 2003. In 2020, ETL Systems received significant investment from CBPE Capital, enabling the management team to drive its ambitious growth plan forward.

ETL’s rapid growth and success have been recognised at the UK’s highest level, winning three Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in International Trade. As a testament to that success, the top 20 satellite operators and teleports utilise ETL’s products. Around the world, 75% of NATO governments use ETL Systems equipment to protect their citizens.

Today, the company offers a full suite of solutions between the antenna and the modem for both the uplink and downlink chains. ETL recently acquired Spacepath Communications to integrate SpacePath’s HPA product line into its portfolio. This position positions ETL to meet the evolving needs of our customers better and expand ETL’s reach within the SATCOM market.

ETL People benefit

• s25 days’ holidays plus UK bank holiday
• sBuy and sell holiday schem
• eLong service holiday accrua
• lEnhanced pension pla
• nLife assuranc
• eAnnual salary revie
• wCareer development and training for all role
• sFree employee refreshment
• sCasual business dres
• sAnnual company event
• sEmployee kudos award
• sETL employee wellbeing support (free annual flu vaccination, free eye tests, free employee assistance programme, Free GP Access
• )Employee referral bonu
• sFree onsite parkin
• gEV charging is available on-sit
• eCycle to work schem
• eGreen travel schem

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We are looking for a highly experienced Principal RF Engineer to join our advanced Research & Development team in Rickmansworth, North London. This is a critical role within ETL Systems, where you will lead the design, development, and implementation of complex RF and mmWave systems that underpin next-generation satellite communication technologies. Operating at the forefront of innovation, you will be instrumental in delivering high-performance RF sub-systems from initial concept through to production, ensuring that our solutions meet the rigorous demands of global connectivi

ty. As a Principal RF Engineer, you will work onsite in our state-of-the-art R&D Lab, collaborating closely with a dynamic team of RF specialists and multidisciplinary engineers. This hands-on environment offers the opportunity to engage in practical design, rapid prototyping, and precision testing using world-class equipm

ent.This position is ideal for an engineer who thrives on technical challenges, values innovation, and enjoys mentoring oth

ers. You will report directly to the RF Team Lead and play a key role in shaping the future of RF technology within our organisa

tion. Key Accountabi

• lities Lead the design and development of RF and Microwave products across IF, L-, C-, X-, Ku-, K-, Ka, and Q/V
• -Bands.Solve complex and unique RF design challenges with broad business
• impact.Anticipate internal and external business and regulatory challenges to improve products, processes, and se
• rvices.Lead cross-functional project teams to achieve technical milestones and strategic obje
• ctives.Perform RF system analysis and simulation, including cascade analysis and frequency pl
• anning.Produce high-quality technical documentation including datasheets, design reports, and test r
• esults.Communicate complex technical ideas and influence senior stakeholders to adopt new appr
• oaches.Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of functional st
• rategy.Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and alignment with business

goals. Our ideal ca

ndidate: Our ideal candidate will be a hands-on professional who will spend most of their time in the lab developing new technologies and supporting the next generation of up-and-coming RF profe

ssionals.

• EssentialExtensive experience in RF and Microwave design (DC–6GHz and ideally up to &
• gt;40GHz).Proven ability to solve complex engineering problems with strateg
• ic impact.Proficient in CAD tools (e.g. NI/AWR Microwav
• e Office).In-depth understanding of RF circuit theory, transmission lines, and P
• CB layout.Experience designing amplifiers, splitters, switches, converters, and passive
• networks.Skilled in using RF test equipment (e.g. VNAs, spectrum a
• nalysers).Strong communication and leadership skills, including influencing senior sta

keholders

• .DesirableExperience with satellite communications and compliance standards (
• e.g. EMC).Familiarity with system simulation tools and RF product assembly t
• echniques.Knowledge of interfacing RF with digital and analogue electronics (e.g. FPGA,
• ADC/DAC).Experience in Design for Manufacture and Design

for Test.
Location: This role will be site-based and located at our offices in Ric

kmansworth.Closing date: At ETL, we always prioritise efficiency in everything we do. With this in mind, we are looking to commence our interview process without delay and reserve the right to close the opening early should we receive suitable ap

plications.BPSS Compliant: Due to the nature of our work, many of our roles require all candidates to be BPSS

compliant.VISA Sponsorship: ETL Systems is proud to be a Grade A VISA sponsor for skills in short supply within the UK – we are open to receiving applications from Q&V Band Specialists looking to relocate

to the UK.

Job Description Leonardo UK has an exciting opportunity for a Principal EMC Engineer to join our established EMC Test Team at our dedicated UKAS accredited EMC Test facility in Basildon. This site-based role will undertake EMC testing, specification, design and development work on various Air / Land and Sea projects at system and component level.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in EMC, push past your present testing only boundaries and join one of UK’s leading technology companies working on UK high technology programs with far reaching effects.

Your impact Working alongside the Lab Manager, you will provide UKAS accredited EMC testing along with design and development support to projects; this includes the development of EMC test procedures, plans and requirements which provide robust cost-effective solutions to our customers.

Customer and supplier liaison is also key, ensuring the minimisation of through life EMC cost while offering an innovative and robust solution to our customers’ needs.

The production of EMC documentation for projects will be necessary along with approving suppliers’ documentation and test results. EMC testing forms a major part of the role, both in house and at external EMC test houses. The successful applicant will also be key in supporting the Basildon EMC facility UKAS audit schedule and accreditation. Other duties include EMC test house and equipment maintenance duties.

Key Responsibility Areas

• In house and external EMC testing to military, aviation, and commercial standards.
• Design for EMC.
• Development of EMC requirements from legislation and top-level system specifications.
• Production of EMC Plans for complex systems and components.
• Supplier management for control of EMC design at sub-tier suppliers.
• Production of in-house test procedures and reports.
• Definition of test requirements including test house selection.
• Provision of technical support for resolving EMC issues.
• Representing the test facility at design reviews and phase reviews to provide specialist input.
• Supporting the test facility’s UKAS certification.
• Challenge and support Technical Teams / Senior Management on EMC related topics.

About You Experience of UKAS audits and looking after the day to day running and capability enhancement and maintenance of an EMC test facility is essential.

Expertise in

• EMC testing to standards (military, aviation and commercial).
• EMC requirement generation from standards and legislation.
• Customer EMC requirements analysis.
• System level EMC design, development, and solution provision.
• EMC Component selection.

Knowledge of TEMPEST test specifications, test procedures, and test set up is also highly desirable, however suitable candidates can look forward to TEMPEST training should they require this.

Security Clearance Successful candidates will need to hold sole UK nationality. This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit https //careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

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Primary Location GB – Basildon

Contract Type Permanent

Hybrid Working Hybrid

Date Posted:

2026-02-20

Country:

United Kingdom

Location:

GB-FIF-GLENROTHES-001 ~ Fullerton Rd Queensway Industrial Estate ~ FULLERTON 1

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Why join Raytheon

Raytheon UK is a powerhouse in defence and aerospace, where innovation meets impact. As a key partner to the UK government and global customers, we tackle the toughest challenges across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Beyond cutting-edge defence solutions, we lead the way in digital training transformation for both military and commercial clients. At Raytheon UK, you will work with pioneering technology, collaborate with top industry experts, and be part of a dynamic team that fuels your growth. Whether you’re looking to push boundaries, develop your skills, or make a real-world impact, your future starts here.

In your role as a RF Test Technician you will enjoy:

• A meaningful mission: Work on a range of critical products essential to the success of commercial & military applications.
• A culture like no other: Join a Friendly and supportive culture that takes pride in its “first time, every time” principle when it comes to product quality.
• A generous package: Enjoy a generous salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to learn through our In-house training school with Certified IPC Trainers.
• A collaborative culture: Be part of an established and experienced manufacturing team with a wide range of manufacturing and engineering, knowledge and expertise enabling your growth and learning.
• Career Pathways: Progression Pathways for all People Leader and Technical roles with internal and external training courses available to support development.

What You’ll be doing

Perform functional testing, tuning and diagnostics of RF products, as well as diagnostics at component level for both prime products and repairs. You’ll also be required to keep accurate test records, carry out any maintenance tasks and aid other disciplines to improve overall cost and quality of product.

Main Duties:

• Perform functional testing of electronic assemblies to required contractual, quality and schedule requirements
• Diagnose boards/units down to component level on failing products and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Diagnose test equipment related faults
• Execution of preventative maintenance and calibration plans for test equipment
• Record accurate test records and provide requested yield & failure reports
• Assist engineering with any ongoing investigations / initiatives
• Aid the continual improvement of efficiency in designated test area(s)

Your skills:

• Minimum of HND in electronics or relevant experience
• Must have significant experience with testing and diagnostics of RF (>1GHz) products down to component level
• Tuning of RF circuitry to achieve performance specification
• Proven ability to set up and utilise various types of lab equipment (including complex RF instrumentation) for manual production test & debug purposes.
• Has a good understanding of electronics (including theoretical and practical knowledge of RF circuitry), able to interpret circuit diagrams and can communicate circuit functionality effectively.
• Can interpret test specifications to carry out manual production test requirements & debug.
• Can work to production schedules without detracting from product quality and any contractual requirements.

Experience we’d prefer:

• Significant experience and knowledge of various ATE’s
• Confident, self starter who can operate with little supervision
• Ability to communicate at all levels across a range of disciplines
• Flexibility in working hours, as shift work may be required

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries.
• 25 days holiday + statutory public holidays, plus opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days (37hr)
• Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution)
• Company bonus scheme (discretionary).
• 6 times salary ‘Life Assurance’ with pension.
• Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes, including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work amongst others.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave

Work Culture

• 37hr working week, although hours may vary depending on role, job requirement or site-specific arrangements.
• Remote, hybrid and site based working opportunities, dependant on your needs and the requirements of the role.
• A grownup flexible working culture that is output, not time spent at desk, focussed. More formal flexible working arrangements can also be requested and assessed subject to the role. Please enquire or highlight any request to our Talent Acquisition team to explore the flexible working possibilities.
• Up to 5 paid days volunteering each year

For this role the successful hire will need to be a permanent UK resident and successfully complete a baseline (BPSS) security and background check.

RTX

Raytheon UK is a landed company and part of the wider RTX organisation. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, but with over 180,000 employees globally across every continent, RTX provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide and comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.

Supporting over 35,000 jobs across 13 UK sites, RTX is helping to drive prosperity. Each year our work contributes over £2.7bn to the UK economy and offers a wealth of opportunities to 4,000 suppliers across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. We’re investing in all corners of the country, supporting 29,040 jobs in England, 3,040 in Northern Ireland, 1,900 in Scotland and 1,600 in Wales.

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Location(s): UK, Europe & Africa : UK : Great Baddow BAE Systems Digital Intelligence is home to 4,500 digital, cyber and intelligence experts. We work collaboratively across 10 countries to collect, connect and understand complex data, so that governments, nation states, armed forces and commercial businesses can unlock digital advantage in the most demanding environments.

Job Title: RF Systems Engineer

Requisition ID: 122654

Location: Great Baddow – Flexible working 2/3 days onsite per week

Grade: GG11

Referral Bonus: £5,000

Role Purpose We are seeking a an experienced and driven RF Systems Engineer to join our growing capability team focused on development of RF systems. This role is ideal for a systems-level thinker with deep expertise in RF technologies who thrives at the interface of multi-disciplinary teams and excels in shaping innovative system solutions from concept through to demonstrator.

Key Responsibilities

• Systems Engineering: RF system architectures, including trade-off studies balancing performance, cost, time, and risk from early-stage R&D (TRL 2-4) through to advanced technology demonstrators (TRL5/6 and beyond).
• Multi-Disciplinary Integration: Bring together specialists in antennas, RF components, signal processing, electronics, firmware, and software to deliver cohesive system solutions.
• Customer Engagement: Represent the technical solution to customers and stakeholders, providing briefings, technical justifications, and system roadmaps.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the Engineering Manager and Project Manager to align delivery with project milestones and quality standards.
• Innovation: Contribute to the development of new RF system concepts, supporting early-stage innovation, proof-of-principle activities, and feasibility studies.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong background in RF systems engineering, particularly in Radar and/or Electronic Warfare domains (or related).
• Understanding of RF subsystems, including antennas, front-end electronics, signal processing chains, and system integration.
• Proven track record of system design, trade-off analysis, and performance modelling.
• Experience developing early-stage concepts into technology demonstrators or operational prototypes.
• Excellent communication skills with experience in customer-facing roles and technical presentations.
• Strong collaboration skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of EM, RF, Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and RF simulation/modelling tools.
• Experience with either Radar or electronic warfare techniques and military threat environments.
• Understanding of system-level testing and validation of RF systems.
• Familiarity with defence standards and system engineering frameworks (e.g., DOORS, SysML, NAF).
• Knowlegde and expereince of OpenCPI

Qualifications

• Degree (or higher) in Electronic Engineering, Physics, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it) is desirable.

Further Information

• Occasional travel may be required in this role to visit customer sites for demonstrations, installations, handovers or reviews.
• An SC level security clearance is required for this role, and candidates should already have, or be capable of obtaining UK SC clearance.

Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Division overview: Capabilities At BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, we pride ourselves in being a leader in the cyber defence industry, and Capabilities is the engine that keeps the business moving forward. It is the largest area of Digital Intelligence, containing our Engineering, Consulting and Project Management teams that design and implement the defence solutions and digital transformation projects that make us a globally recognised brand in both the public and private sector.

As a member of the Capabilities team, you will be creating and managing the solutions that earn us our place in an ever changing digital world. We all have a role to play in defending our clients, and this is yours.

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

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

Essential

• 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.

Desirable

• 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.

Location(s): UK, Europe & Africa : UK : Great Baddow BAE Systems Digital Intelligence is home to 4,500 digital, cyber and intelligence experts. We work collaboratively across 10 countries to collect, connect and understand complex data, so that governments, nation states, armed forces and commercial businesses can unlock digital advantage in the most demanding environments.

Job Title: RF Systems Engineer

Requisition ID: 122654

Location: Great Baddow – Flexible working 2/3 days onsite per week

Grade: GG11

Referral Bonus: £5,000

Role Purpose We are seeking a an experienced and driven RF Systems Engineer to join our growing capability team focused on development of RF systems. This role is ideal for a systems-level thinker with deep expertise in RF technologies who thrives at the interface of multi-disciplinary teams and excels in shaping innovative system solutions from concept through to demonstrator.

Key Responsibilities

• Systems Engineering: RF system architectures, including trade-off studies balancing performance, cost, time, and risk from early-stage R&D (TRL 2-4) through to advanced technology demonstrators (TRL5/6 and beyond).
• Multi-Disciplinary Integration: Bring together specialists in antennas, RF components, signal processing, electronics, firmware, and software to deliver cohesive system solutions.
• Customer Engagement: Represent the technical solution to customers and stakeholders, providing briefings, technical justifications, and system roadmaps.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the Engineering Manager and Project Manager to align delivery with project milestones and quality standards.
• Innovation: Contribute to the development of new RF system concepts, supporting early-stage innovation, proof-of-principle activities, and feasibility studies.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong background in RF systems engineering, particularly in Radar and/or Electronic Warfare domains (or related).
• Understanding of RF subsystems, including antennas, front-end electronics, signal processing chains, and system integration.
• Proven track record of system design, trade-off analysis, and performance modelling.
• Experience developing early-stage concepts into technology demonstrators or operational prototypes.
• Excellent communication skills with experience in customer-facing roles and technical presentations.
• Strong collaboration skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of EM, RF, Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and RF simulation/modelling tools.
• Experience with either Radar or electronic warfare techniques and military threat environments.
• Understanding of system-level testing and validation of RF systems.
• Familiarity with defence standards and system engineering frameworks (e.g., DOORS, SysML, NAF).
• Knowlegde and expereince of OpenCPI

Qualifications

• Degree (or higher) in Electronic Engineering, Physics, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it) is desirable.

Further Information

• Occasional travel may be required in this role to visit customer sites for demonstrations, installations, handovers or reviews.
• An SC level security clearance is required for this role, and candidates should already have, or be capable of obtaining UK SC clearance.

Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Division overview: Capabilities At BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, we pride ourselves in being a leader in the cyber defence industry, and Capabilities is the engine that keeps the business moving forward. It is the largest area of Digital Intelligence, containing our Engineering, Consulting and Project Management teams that design and implement the defence solutions and digital transformation projects that make us a globally recognised brand in both the public and private sector.

As a member of the Capabilities team, you will be creating and managing the solutions that earn us our place in an ever changing digital world. We all have a role to play in defending our clients, and this is yours.

ETL Systems Ltd

ETL Systems has been at the forefront of RF design and manufacturing for over 35 years. It designs and builds essential elements of critical satellite communications infrastructure. Its culture of innovation and solutioneering approach have established it as a market leader in the field, with revenue growing 30x since 2003. In 2020, ETL Systems received significant investment from CBPE Capital, enabling the management team to drive their ambitious growth plan forward.

ETL’s rapid growth and success have been recognised at the UK’s highest level, winning three Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in International Trade. As a testament to that success, the top 20 satellite operators and teleports utilise ETL’s products. Around the world, 75% of NATO governments use ETL Systems equipment to protect their citizens.

Today, the company offers a full suite of solutions between the antenna and the modem for both the uplink and downlink chains. ETL recently acquired Spacepath Communications to integrate SpacePath’s HPA product line into its portfolio. This position positions ETL to meet the evolving needs of our customers better and expand ETL’s reach within the SATCOM market.

ETL People benefits

• 25 days holidays plus UK bank holidays
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• Long service holiday accrual
• Hybrid working is available in this role.
• Enhanced pension plan
• Life assurance
• Annual salary review
• Career development and training for all roles
• Subsidised on-site onsite (at Head Office)
• Free on-site onsite(at Head Office)
• Free employee refreshments
• Casual business dress
• Annual company events
• Employee kudos awards
• ETL employee wellbeing support (free annual flu vaccination, free eye tests, free employee assistance programme, Free GP Access)
• Employee referral bonus
• Free onsite parking
• EV charging available on-site
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green travel scheme

Role Overview

Working on-site from our R&D offices in Rickmansworth, this hands-on role is focused on supporting the RF Design team with new developments, primarily through testing, tuning, reworking, and modifying RF PCBs and assemblies. The responsibilities include maintaining the stock of components and consumables, assisting with test equipment calibration arrangements, and organising the RF laboratory.

The role involves various support tasks within the RF engineering team, including building and testing boards, modules, and chassis.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the RF team with maintaining the lab area.
• Organising storage of development hardware.
• Arrange ordering of equipment, parts and lab supplies as necessary.
• Ensuring test and rework benches are suitably equipped and maintained.
• Tidiness of the lab area.
• Ensure all lab equipment is functional and arrange repair as necessary.
• Assist with annual calibration of lab equipment (VNAs etc).
• Modification of boards to IPC-610.
• Test and measure RF PCBs and their assembly using VNA, Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyser, etc.
• Set up and operate test equipment to evaluate RF products and assemblies under different environmental conditions.
• Construction and assembly of prototype boards and chassis.
• Construction of wiring looms.

Our ideal candidate:

Our ideal candidate will have previous experience in the construction and testing of RF circuits or similar devices. The ability to read schematic and PCB layout diagrams accurately is essential, as is the ability to follow test procedures and document results meticulously. Proficiency in using RF/Electronic test equipment, such as VNAs, Spectrum Analysers, Signal Generators, Power Meters, Oscilloscopes, and DVMs/DMMs, is required. Additionally, the candidate should have experience in writing and editing Python and LabVIEW scripts to control test equipment and run automated testing. While some experience with mechanical modification is a plus, it is not essential.

Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) or similar software is necessary.

Location: This role will be site-based and located at our R&D facility in Rickmansworth.

Closing date: At ETL, we always prioritise efficiency in everything we do. With this in mind, we are looking to commence our interview process without delay and reserve the right to close the opening early should we receive suitable applications.

BPSS Compliant: Due to the nature of our work, all roles require candidates to be BPSS compliant.

VISA Sponsorship: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Agency notice: We are looking to source suitable candidates for this role through our internal referral programme, direct marketing, and talent team.

Please note that we do not accept speculative CVs from external suppliers.

Job Description: RF Engineer SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Minimal travel within UK, unless interested in more

LOCATION: Portsmouth (60% of your working week must be office based)

TYPE: Full time

What’s In It For You

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more
• Work / Life Balance: 37 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working, up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL
• Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities
• Health & Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop
• Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for parental leave (23 weeks at 100% pay), adoption / shared parental / caregiving leave
• Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)

Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight ( #ZEROe ) to cleaning up space , sustainability is at the heart of our purpose . So what’s your next change?

About The Role… The instruments and equipment you design will travel to the stars and impact generations to come… If that sparks interest, read on:

Passionate about RF (Radio Frequency) Design? Interested in working on the full life-cycle of projects, studies to installation? Wanting a role where you can actually see the physical equipment you design? Enjoy collaborating with internal clients and suppliers? Then we might have a role for you!

We’re looking for an experienced RF Design Engineer to join the Portsmouth based team. The multi-functional team is responsible for the design and development of RF and Microwave Instruments / equipment for Earth Observation satellites.

How You Will Contribute To The Team…

• Design, simulate and optimise radio frequency / microwave circuitry and equipment.
• Develop microwave systems architectures for elements within radar and radiometer instruments covering frequency range from a few MHz to hundreds of GHz.
• Perform functional and performance analysis and decomposition of requirements to equipment and module level.
• Support integration and validation of microwave equipment at instrument level.

About You…

• Interested in bringing ideas to the table and working with Systems Engineers to shape instruments
• Comfortable designing hardware and systems, depending on project requirements
• Demonstrable experience of RF hardware design, development, analyses and verification methods.
• Good knowledge and use of RF simulation tools such as Keysight ADS (Advanced Design System), Ansys HFSS and other RF simulation tools
• Very familiar with the use of RF test equipment such as VNAs, Scopes, power meters, signal generators and spectrum analysers

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions. How We Can Support You Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition under the Equality Act 2010 and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To ‘opt in’, just select the option during your application submission and your application will be considered accordingly.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company: AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Elec.Electron.&Electromag,Optics&Optron.

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com .

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

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