Why WWT? At World Wide Technology, we work together to make a new world happen. Our important work benefits our clients and partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe. WWT is dedicated to achieving its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is also a Great Place to Work for All. We achieve this through our world-class culture, generous benefits and by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for our clients.

Founded in 1990, WWT is a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution. WWT combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for organizations around the globe. Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world’s most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps clients and partners conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution and integration capabilities.

With over 12,000 employees across WWT and Softchoice and more than 60 locations around the world, WWT’s culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 14 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work® for its unique blend of determination, innovation and creating a great place to work for all.

Want to work with highly motivated individuals on high-performance teams? Join WWT today!

Position Title: Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer

Location: Washington DC Capital Region

Travel: 50-75% required

Position Summary: The Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer is responsible for supporting tasks related to radio frequency authorizations and spectrum planning. This role involves preparing new authorizations, modifying or deleting existing records to align with evolving organizational requirements, and developing frequency plans to improve interoperability among organizational components and key partners. The RF Engineer conducts basic propagation analyses and creates coverage plots to aid in engineering diagrams, focusing on achieving optimal system performance and cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform RF propagation analysis, coverage modeling, and link budget calculations using tools such as Motorola’s Propagation Modeling Software, ATDI, or iBwave.
• Conduct site surveys and field RF testing to assess and validate signal coverage, interference, and performance metrics.
• Analyze RF system performance data (RSSI, SINR, BER) and adjust system parameters to resolve performance issues or optimize network coverage.
• Configure and align base stations, repeaters, combiners, antennas, and related RF infrastructure components to meet system requirements.
• Support tasks related to radio frequency authorizations, including preparing new authorizations and modifying or deleting existing records.
• Assist in spectrum planning and develop frequency plans to improve interoperability among organizational components and key partners.
• Conduct basic propagation analyses and create coverage plots to aid in engineering diagrams.
• Identify and mitigate sources of interference or signal degradation using spectrum analyzers, field test equipment, and monitoring tools.
• Focus on achieving optimal system performance and cost efficiency in all engineering tasks.
• Identify and propose potential sites for system infrastructure based on engineering design and propagation modeling, ensuring these sites meet operational requirements.
• Review current tactical communications equipment configurations and provide suggestions for improvements to reduce costs and enhance performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of RF solutions.
• Document RF designs, test results, field data, and recommendations in formal engineering reports and system documentation.

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Qualifications:

• Experience in radio frequency authorizations and spectrum planning.
• Proficiency in conducting propagation analyses and creating coverage plots.
• Strong understanding of RF engineering principles and practices.
• Ability to identify and propose potential sites for system infrastructure based on engineering design and propagation modeling.
• Knowledge of tactical communications equipment configurations and performance optimization.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance in accordance with agency requirements.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and operational needs.

Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $115,000.00 to $129,000.00 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.

The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• Health and Wellbeing: Health, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
• Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
• Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program

We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!

If you have any questions or concerns about this posting, please email taposting@wwt.com. #-ONSITE

RF Engineer required for design, development, testing and approvals of short-range RF embedded devices for both the existing portfolio and the future roadmap. The job also entails researching new technologies, evaluating new development tools/processes and providing support and assistance in all RF matters.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Primarily contributing to the RF design and development of embedded hardware for offender monitoring equipment.
• Work within embedded development team to help identify current areas of concern in design process.
• Evaluate and analyse 3rd party software designed to enhance embedded systems development.
• Support efforts that ensure new products quickly reach the market.
• Develop new IP and ensure that it can be protected by following IP documentation and confidentiality processes.
• Maintain up to date understanding of the technology sectors applicable to the company’s current and future products.
• Ensure that all designs are fully documented and archived.
• Help ensure that all designs are fully type approved and that they meet all aspects of functionality and performance defined in the specifications.
• Provide technical support to operations and production teams to ensure product designs are understood and can be correctly manufactured, tested and maintained.
• Providing frequent updates on task progress with estimates of time elapsed and engineering effort required to complete assigned project tasks.

Key Competencies

• Self-starter.
• Delivering performance.
• Technical mind-set.
• Customer thinking.
• Awareness of the market environment.
• Sharing & Co-operating.
• Driving change.

Essential Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent electronic and hardware design skills.
• At least 5 years’ experience in low-power, microcontroller-driven wireless systems.
• Fundamental firmware knowledge.
• Significant Altium product knowledge.
• Significant RF knowledge applied in commercial designs.
• Knowledge of RF simulation tools.

Desirable

• History of driving hardware development process changes.
• Embedded C programming experience.
• High volume product development.
• Proven RF design capabilities.
• Familiarity with approvals processes.

Location: Belfast / Northern Ireland (Hybrid)

Company: AntennaWare

Employment Type: Full-time

Travel: Occasional international and domestic travel required

About AntennaWare

AntennaWare is a Northern Ireland–based technology company pioneering BodyWave® antenna technology – a unique approach to body-centric wireless communication. Our antennas enable reliable, high-performance wireless links for wearables, medical devices, and next-generation IoT products operating in and around the human body.

We are expanding our engineering team and looking for an Antenna Engineer to contribute to the design, optimisation, and integration of our core technologies into customer products.

Role Overview

As an Antenna Engineer, you’ll play a hands-on role in designing and refining antennas for body-centric wireless systems. You’ll help advance our R&D, improve manufacturing and test processes, and work closely with customers to integrate AntennaWare solutions into their devices.

This role suits an engineer with a solid foundation in electromagnetics and RF engineering who’s eager to apply their expertise in a cutting-edge, product-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, simulate, and optimise our core BodyWave and other portfolio antenna designs using CST Microwave Studio.
• Develop and refine antenna manufacturing and assembly processes to improve yield and repeatability.
• Design and test RF front ends including matching networks, filters, LNAs, etc to support antenna performance.
• Perform antenna characterisation and validation using VNAs, anechoic chambers, and other RF test equipment.
• Support customer product integration, including testing, prototyping, troubleshooting and performance tuning.
• Collaborate with R&D, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust antenna solutions.
• Document designs, test results, and support internal IP and patent development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (2:1 or above) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline.
• Right to work in the UK
• Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant area (preferred).
• 3–7 years experience in antenna or RF engineering.
• Strong understanding of antenna theory, propagation, and EM simulation.
• Proficiency with CST Microwave Studio or other for antenna design and simulation.
• Experience with RF testing equipment (VNA, spectrum analyser, signal generator, etc).
• Practical skills in antenna prototyping and fabrication (PCB, flex, LDS or ceramic).
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in wearable or implantable antenna design.
• Hands on experience using a range of wireless SoC.
• Experience designing and implementing UWB wireless systems.
• Embedded programming experience.
• Experience implementing localisation technologies.
• Familiarity with Design For Manufacture (DFM) principles.
• Experience with Python or MATLAB for simulation post-processing or optimisation.
• Customer-facing technical support or integration experience.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work at the cutting edge of wearable and body-centric communications.
• Collaborative, innovative work environment in a fast-growing company.
• Competitive salary and benefits package including private healthcare, gym membership and private car parking.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

How to Apply:

Send your CV and a short cover letter explaining your experience and motivation tocareers@antennaware.co.uk

Requirements added by the job poster

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Working in an onsite setting

• Authorized to work in Yes

The RF and Microwave Design Team provide innovative solutions serving aerospace, defence, and space market spaces, primarily in the design and development of radar and telecommunication products.

In this role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers to design, test, and troubleshoot RF systems. You will support the development activities throughout the entire product lifecycle. This will include understanding customer requirements and developing collaborative relationships during the early lifecycle phases, as well as support detailed design reviews and handover to manufacturing.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of RF circuit design, microwave techniques, and electromagnetic theory. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this role. Additionally, a passion for innovation in the defence and space industry, along with the ability to adapt to evolving technologies and methodologies, will contribute to your excellence in this position.

Main responsibilities:

• Design and develop RF circuits that meet the technical requirements and company processes for manufacture.
• Conduct analysis and simulation of RF circuits using commercial tools and theory knowledge.
• Perform RF testing, characterisation, and optimisation to ensure functionality of the product.
• Conduct and contribute to design reviews and technical meetings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate RF circuits into systems.
• Assist manufacturing to resolve technical problems as required.
• Ensure Manufacturing Packages (BoMs, drawings etc.) are generated and maintained using controlled Engineering change processes.
• Supervise, and provide guidance to, technicians engaged in the design and evaluation of components, sub-assemblies and assemblies.
• Keep up to date with technological advances by networking, attending seminars, forging links with universities etc.
• Develop strong working relationships with other team members and production engineering to ensure that designs are fit for purpose and are capable of being manufactured cost efficiently.

Education:

• Bachelor or master’s degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent qualification/experience

Knowledge and experience:

• Strong understanding of microwave techniques and electromagnetic theory.
• Proven experience in RF electronics design, simulation, testing, characterisation, and optimisation.
• Familiarity with RF measurement equipment and techniques.
• Knowledge of defence and space industry standards and regulations is a plus

Competencies:

• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet project deadlines.

Other:

• SC cleared or ability to obtain
• Ability to travel as required

What We Can Offer You

• Flexible working practices – we work a 9-day fortnight, offer hybrid working, flexitime, and work a half day Friday
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy up to 5 additional days
• Health cash plan – cash back for everyday health expenses
• Pension scheme with 6% employer contributions
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance – 4 x annual salary
• Reward and recognition platform
• Discount platform – retail, leisure, gym discounts and more
• Employee assistance programme with access to confidential counselling services
• Support for further training and education
• Continuous development and career progression opportunities
• Relocation assistance up to £8,000 if you relocate to take up a position with us

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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)

Third-Party Recruiters

Please note, that per Spectrum Control Policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our values and expectations. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Spectrum Control will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. If you or your agency are interested in becoming an approved vendor please contact scirecruiting@am.spectrumcontrol.com.

Stevenage At MBDA, we are continuing to grow our Data Link Systems organisation, providing a world leading missile data link capability. We have a number of exciting opportunities within Data Link Systems, working across the product lifecycle from research, the early concept phase, through full product design to production. These roles require a range of knowledge and experience from graduate to experienced engineers.

Salary: up to £55,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: can vary between 2 to 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification

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: As part of our Data Link Systems team, you will work on the design and implementation of the cutting edge RF communication systems that are key to the success of our weapons systems. Our team has a presence at both our Bristol and Stevenage sites. We collaborate broadly across MBDA with multiple disciplines to create high performance weapons systems for our Armed Forces. We are currently recruiting for the following roles:

• RF Systems Technical Leads
• RF Systems Engineers
• Algorithm / Modelling Engineers
• Signal Processing Engineers

What we’re looking for from you: We are interested in talking to RF systems engineers; Systems Engineering team leaders; experienced Systems Engineers with an interest in building their RF communications knowledge; Engineers from the RF domain with an interest in building their Systems Engineering skills; Engineers with modelling experience; Engineers with signal processing experience.

We are looking for some of the following skills:

• RF / Microwave systems knowledge
• Requirements management and systems design
• Managing external suppliers with procurement team support
• Technical leadership of junior engineers
• Experience participating in, or leading design reviews across the product lifecycle
• Experience of coordinating the transition of development hardware into production, including environmental testing, qualification testing and design certification
• System level functionality proving, Software / Firmware integration and proving
• Familiarity with antenna systems
• System level RF modelling
• Familiarity with real-time digital signal processing for high data bandwidth systems
• Understanding of waveform design and implementation
• Systems modelling and Autocode generation experience
• Experience research based on technical publications
• Good communication skills with the ability to produce high quality written reports and presentations to internal and external customers

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.

We are seeking RF Engineers at various levels and across disciplines to join our dynamic team at our Gloucester site. You’ll work on a variety of Defence, Cyber, and Intelligence programmes, with the opportunity to specialize in key areas such as circuit modelling, antenna selection, and test & measurement.

At Lockheed Martin, we provide meaningful work and continuous learning opportunities that will help develop your skills and progress your career. We believe in supporting a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, hybrid work where possible, and a comprehensive benefits package to ensure you can enjoy both your professional and personal life.

In this essential and rewarding role, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge RF systems, including developing new RF-based technologies, conducting vulnerability analysis, and designing deployable RF applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• RF Circuit Modelling & Design – Develop and analyse RF circuits, from simulation to testing.
• Antenna Selection & Design – Select and design antennas to meet the specific needs of various applications.
• Test & Measurement – Conduct RF testing, including real-time test and measurement using vector signal analysers.
• Vulnerability Analysis – Analyse and test RF systems to identify vulnerabilities and enhance security.
• System Development & Verification – Support the development and verification of mission systems, with potential field trial involvement.
• Specialist Tools Development – Design and develop bespoke research tools to support complex RF system analysis.

You’ll be working in a collaborative environment, either specializing in one area or contributing across multiple domains of RF communications engineering.

If you are passionate about RF engineering and want to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. Join our innovative team and be part of a rewarding journey to develop cutting-edge solutions for a wide range of critical applications.

Apply now to help us shape the future of RF engineering at Lockheed Martin.

Required skills, qualifications and experience

• RF communications systems implementation, test, and analysis
• RF circuit design and modelling experience
• Real-time test and measurement using spectrum analysers and vector network analysers
• Familiarity with using and developing for Software-defined radios

Desirable Skills

• Experience in RF algorithm development and Digital Signal Processing
• Antenna optimisation and characterisation experience
• Embedded systems vulnerability analysis
• Knowledge of OpenCPI, GnuRadio, Python, C/C++, and other SDR development tools.
• VHDL, Python and/or C/C++
• Development on Linux and use of GitLab

What we offer you

At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.

We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off.

We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.

We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Competitive Pension
• Dental
• Critical Illness
• Life Assurance
• Travel Insurance
• Employee discounts for top high street shops
• Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc
• Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes
• Reimbursement for a professional membership
• Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave

Business Environment

Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) provides systems engineering, software development, training solutions and complex program management for global security, civil and commercial markets. Simply stated, our mission is to be the world’s leading global security and aerospace company. To achieve this mission, RMS draws on its core capabilities in advanced platforms and weapons, C4ISR, global sustainment, training and sensors.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact recruitment@global.lmco.com or call 02392415270

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.

#YESPOST

Join us as an Antenna Design Engineer! We have a great opportunity to work on an exciting and challenging antenna development program within MBDA. Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: On average 4 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: Sole UK nationals 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 – and SC with a view to moving to DV at a later stage.

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: Join our Seeker and Datalink Systems team as an Antenna Design Engineer! You’ll engage in computer modelling, prototype build and test, and collaborate with suppliers, presenting results to project stakeholders. This role offers a chance to work on cutting-edge antenna technology for the next generation of MBDA products. Our team focuses on intricate designs with tight deadlines, ensuring customer satisfaction. From fresh graduates to seasoned experts, diverse skills and experiences enrich our work environment. Exciting opportunities await in this fast-paced and innovative industry.

Your role will involve:

• Detailed design of novel antennas for multi-mode seekers based on wideband active and passive sensors, exploiting the latest development in additive layer manufacturing.
• Developing solutions to support higher level product developments considering constraints such as limited space and harsh operating environments
• Electromagnetic modelling in Ansys HFSS, complex simulations of antenna structures and post-processing data using MATLAB
• Anechoic chamber testing and overseeing the transition of development hardware in to pre-production parts
• Working cross-functionally with RF Engineers, Seeker Systems teams, EO & IR Sensors teams among others

What we’re looking for from you:

• Antenna design and development experience
• Electromagnetic simulation knowledge using tools such as Ansys HFSS or CST Studio
• Knowledge of microwave frequencies ideally UHF and frequencies in excess of X-band
• Good ability in the use of MATLAB
• Degree or higher level qualification or equivalent experience
• Excellent communication skills

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.

Job Description Leonardo UK is excited to be recruiting a Principal EMC Engineer for our Basildon site.

This site-based role will undertake EMC specification, design, development and test work on various Air / Land and Sea projects at system and component level.

The role also requires building and maintaining relationships with customers and suppliers to achieve cost effective and robust EMC solutions in various challenging environments.

The Principal EMC Engineer will also be required to contribute to our UKAS test team and carry out EMC testing and EMC training of other engineers. Thus, experience of UKAS audits and looking after the day to day running and capability enhancement and maintenance of an EMC test facility is essential. The successful applicant will be working in the ISP business unit’s Environmental test group as part of the Design Integrity Function under the Environmental Test Lab Manager.

Your impact This role is to provide EMC / TEMPEST design, development and test support to projects; this includes the development of EMC / TEMPEST requirements and providing robust cost-effective solutions. Customer and supplier liaison is also key to ensure the minimisation of through life EMC cost while offering an innovative and robust solution to our customers’ needs. The production of EMC / TEMPEST 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 house (possibly at remote locations). The successful applicant will support the Basildon test facility UKAS audit schedule and accreditation. Other duties include EMC test house and equipment maintenance duties.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Design for EMC & TEMPEST.
• Development of EMC & TEMPEST requirements from legislation and top-level system specifications.
• Production of EMC & TEMPEST Plans for complex systems and components.
• Supplier management for control of EMC design at sub-tier suppliers.
• In house EMC testing
• External EMC and TEMPEST testing
• Production of in-house test procedures and reports
• Definition of test requirements
• Provision of technical support for resolving EMC & TEMPEST issues
• Representing the test facility at design reviews and phase reviews to provide specialist input
• Supporting the test facility’s UKAS certification

Skills, Qualifications & Knowledge

• Minimum of BEng. (Hons.) in a relevant subject or suitable other experience
• Expert knowledge of commercial, defence, and aviation EMC test specifications, test procedures, and test set up.

Expertise in

• EMC legislation
• EMC requirement generation
• Customer EMC requirements analysis
• System level EMC design, development and solution provision
• EMC Component selection
• EMC Testing
• TEMPEST Testing

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrate honesty and integrity.
• Not afraid to challenge IPTs and Senior Management on EMC related topics.
• Looking to grow into an EMC expert within the organisation

Security Clearance 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.

Be part of something bigger – apply now!

Primary Location GB – Basildon

Contract Type Permanent

Hybrid Working Hybrid