October 30, 2025

Senior or Principal RF/ Microwave Engineer

Post By EMC

About the job

Job Requirements

The Senior or Principal RF/ Microwave engineers would be responsible for design, commissioning and test of RF/ Microwave circuitry on complex systems for airborne Radar products.

The successful candidate may be required to supervise other less experienced RF / Microwave engineers working on the same project.

The role will be based at our customer’s site in Edinburgh and may allow for hybrid working after an initial period of familiarisation onsite.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Creating high-quality and robust RF/ Microwave circuit designs
  • Documenting and recording deliverables
  • Supporting integration & verification activities at hardware and system level
  • Keeping designs under configuration control
  • Providing progress reports

Essential

Work Experience

  • At least 5 years’ RF/ Microwave design experience including;
  • Microwave PCB materials & design techniques
  • Microwave Sub-System design
  • Knowledge of microwave power amplifier design & technology
  • Design of complex microwave switch matrix
  • Application of microwave GaAs/ GaN MMICs
  • Design of complex passive microwave structures
  • S-parameter manipulation
  • EM 3D and 2D simulation techniques
  • Non-linear circuit simulation and modelling
  • Matching network design
  • Microwave component selection
  • Understanding of Radar / RF Systems, including experience of Frequency synthesizer design, Receiver architectures and design, General RF and Microwave PCB-level design with COTS active & passive components
  • Proficient in one or more of the following RF / Microwave design tools:- AWR Microwave office, CST Microwave studio, Keysight (Agilent) ADS, or AWR Visual System Simulator
  • Ability to analyse system requirements and derive detailed hardware requirements
  • Experience of debugging & testing new RF / Microwave circuit designs
  • Previous experience of the full hardware design lifecycle and presenting designs for peer/ formal design reviews
  • Self-motivated, with an aptitude to problem solve and drive difficult issues to conclusion
  • Ability to coordinate day to day technical activities, liaising closely with the Project Engineering Lead, Lead RF / Microwave engineer & other engineering disciplines
  • Experience of liaising with Manufacturing / Production colleagues and external suppliers of key components and assemblies
  • Excellent communication (oral & written) & interpersonal skills
  • Experience in writing technical reports / documentation

Desirable

  • Relevant experience in the Aerospace/ Defence industry or on other complex/ high-reliability systems
  • Previous experience of designing DDS, PLL, DAC, ADC circuits, high dynamic range / low-noise design & minimising phase noise
  • Experience of hardware requirements capture, requirements management tools and formal verification of hardware requirements
  • Experience of supervising other RF/ Microwave engineers, planning and managing work for yourself and a small team

Qualifications

  • Honours or Masters degree in Electronic Engineering or a related STEM subject, with specialisation in RF/ Microwave circuit design
  • UK citizenship is mandatory to be able to clear the background checks and obtain SC clearance
  • Current valid SC clearance would be an advantage

Work Experience

Essential

Skills, Qualifications and Experience required:

At least 5 years’ RF/ Microwave design experience including;

Microwave PCB materials & design techniques

Microwave Sub-System design

Knowledge of microwave power amplifier design & technology

Design of complex microwave switch matrix

Application of microwave GaAs/ GaN MMICs

Design of complex passive microwave structures

S-parameter manipulation

EM 3D and 2D simulation techniques

Non-linear circuit simulation and modelling

Matching network design

Microwave component selection

Understanding of Radar / RF Systems, including experience of Frequency synthesizer design, Receiver architectures and design, General RF and Microwave PCB-level design with COTS active & passive components

Proficient in one or more of the following RF / Microwave design tools:- AWR Microwave office, CST Microwave studio, Keysight (Agilent) ADS, or AWR Visual System Simulator

Ability to analyse system requirements and derive detailed hardware requirements

Experience of debugging & testing new RF / Microwave circuit designs

Previous experience of the full hardware design lifecycle and presenting designs for peer/ formal design reviews

Self-motivated, with an aptitude to problem solve and drive difficult issues to conclusion

Ability to coordinate day to day technical activities, liaising closely with the Project Engineering Lead, Lead RF / Microwave engineer & other engineering disciplines

Experience of liaising with Manufacturing / Production colleagues and external suppliers of key components and assemblies

Excellent communication (oral & written) & interpersonal skills

Experience in writing technical reports / documentation

Desirable

Relevant experience in the Aerospace/ Defence industry or on other complex/ high-reliability systems

Previous experience of designing DDS, PLL, DAC, ADC circuits, high dynamic range / low-noise design & minimising phase noise

Experience of hardware requirements capture, requirements management tools and formal verification of hardware requirements

Experience of supervising other RF/ Microwave engineers, planning and managing work for yourself and a small team

Qualifications

  • Honours or Masters degree in Electronic Engineering or a related STEM subject, with specialisation in RF/ Microwave circuit design
  • UK citizenship is mandatory to be able to clear the background checks and obtain SC clearance
  • Current valid SC clearance would be an advantage
October 30, 2025

Antenna Calibration Engineer -ENG060

Post By EMC

Who are we?

We hire those that seek to innovate across people, process and technology. Join our global workforce, visualise the future and strive for success. Our engineering campus and corporate offices in the UK and US are optimal environments for ideas and innovation to flourish.

ALL.SPACE, has developed a smart terminal, capable of linking with all satellites, all networks, in all orbits, all at once. Our ground-breaking software-defined service enablement platform integrates intelligent routing, edge computing and on-demand services to deliver unprecedented network resilience and application performance. Our terminal designs operate as fully electronic beam steering systems. Our IP has applications across a wide range of market sectors including aeronautical, land mobile, maritime, and 5G. It provides broadband, multi-beam, two-way communications with dynamic tracking of geostationary and non-geostationary satellites or terrestrial nodes.

We are looking for world class talent to join our high-performing team working on cutting edge technology in the satellite communications industry. We stand by our company values; INTEGRITY, INNOVATION & EXECUTION EXCELLENCE – giving you the opportunity to build your career in an environment where we encourage crisp decision-making, challenging the status-quo, championing your beliefs and ideas, sharing successes (and learning from failures) and working collaboratively with your fellow team members.

ALL.SPACE is committed to practicing and promoting diversity, inclusion and equality in the workplace. We aim to lead by example by making satellite communications a more inviting and accessible industry for all.

Visit www.all.space to learn more.

The successful candidate will be working with an on-site team of around 4-5 people at first to commission a state-of-the-art over-the-air antenna testing facility for our novel Ka-band satcom terminal. This will include leading the set-up and operation of a brand new Compact Antenna Test Range (CATR). You will be responsible for highly technical calibration and qualifications of the terminals. Using your RF/antenna background, you will integrate MATLAB and Python-based control software to control and synchronise the CATR measurement system with a variety of RF infrastructure, including active RF networks, the satcom terminal (API controlled) and RF test equipment including a Keysight PNA-X, PNA, spectrum analysers, signal generators, power sensors, calibration kits and more.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer that wants to drive a highly technical, novel calibration and measurement system to a production-standard. The successful candidate will own multiple technical development workstreams to use statistical analysis of large RF measurement data-sets to develop our calibration and qualification routines to new heights in order to improve terminal throughput without sacrificing quality.

CATR Commissioning and Development

  • Commission and run state-of-the-art Compact Antenna Test Range (CATR) systems
  • Run calibration and verification measurements of terminals as part of production
  • Run over-the-air development activity in the CATR for next-generation terminals
  • Maintain and develop MATLAB control scripts for the CATR system

Antenna Calibration and Verification

  • Develop, calibrate, and verify the performance of the calibration system
  • Integrate calibration methodologies into system frameworks
  • Develop scripts to validate system functionality

Documentation and Reporting

  • Document calibration procedures, methodologies, and results for internal reference and regulatory compliance
  • Generate reports summarizing findings, including defects and performance metrics
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders to convey results and recommendations

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field
  • Master’s degree preferred
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Matlab
  • Experience with calibration and verification of antenna elements such as active phased arrays, low noise amplifiers, power amplifiers, frequency conversion, ADC & DAC
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience with over the air RF measurements in anechoic chambers (e.g., Compact Antenna Test Ranges (CATRs), Spherical/Planer Near Field Scanners using RF test equipment equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, vector network analysers and signal generators)
  • Solid understanding of antenna principles, including digital and analog circuits, signal processing, and communication protocols
  • Prior experience in antenna engineering, calibration, or software development is highly desirable

Please note – due to the nature of the work the successful candidate will be required to be in the office 4 days a week.

Benefits

  • Stock Options
  • Contributory Pension Scheme 3% standard
  • 25 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays
  • Cycle-to-Work Scheme
  • Car Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
  • Free On-Site Gym
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Discounts Platform
October 30, 2025

Lead RF Systems Engineer

Post By EMC

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: Lead RF Systems Engineer

Requisition ID: 122354

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

Grade: GG11

Referral Bonus: £5,000

Role Purpose

We are seeking a highly experienced and driven Lead RF Systems Engineer / Technical Lead 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

  • Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership across Sense & Effect development projects, from early-stage R&D (TRL 2-4) through to advanced technology demonstrators (TRL5/6 and beyond).
  • Systems Engineering: Lead the development of RF system architectures, including trade-off studies balancing performance, cost, time, and risk.
  • 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.
  • Mentorship: Lead, mentor, and inspire engineers across the team, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

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.
  • Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams or acting as a technical authority.

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).

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.

October 29, 2025

Radiofrequency and Microwave Electronic Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

Post By EMC

Job Description:

Start date: September 2026

Location: Airbus Defence & Space Portsmouth

Duration: 4 years

University: University of Chichester

Degree: Electrical/Electronic Technical Support Engineer Degree Apprenticeship

Application: We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for. However, please be aware that you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time . We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and applying to those that best match your experience and aspirations.

Application closing date: We encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out on this opportunity! Please note we will close adverts as soon as we receive sufficient applications.

Benefits:

Salary: £23,000

37 hours per week // Half day Fridays!* // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays // Pension // Success share // Plus many more flexible benefits!

  • subject to completing full hours prior to this

About us:

We build the next generation of telecommunication satellites. This job is in a team which designs and assists with production and test of electronic assemblies that give us world-leading performance in our communications modules.

We pioneer technology and engineering solutions to build a more connected world.

As part of this degree apprenticeship, you will be studying towards achieving a degree in electronic engineering, or closely related discipline, which will be provided by a local University.

What you will be doing:

The successful applicant will produce electronic designs, and help to define associated printed circuit boards and metalwork; produce analyses of the design that help to demonstrate that the design will meet the specification for the part, that the design is robust enough to survive being launched on a rocket, and to operate for many years in Earth’s orbit.

The role also involves elements of computer aided design, simulation, and hands-on work in the engineering lab.

Requirements:

In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship, you must have a minimum of:

  • A level grade B or above in Mathematics and Physics

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

  • Interest in communication systems, any experience of radio communications is particularly advantageous.
  • Submit your CV stating your grades and if they are predicted or achieved
  • Submit a Cover Letter stating your motivations

BOOST YOUR APPLICATION:

We want to get to know you -not just your grades or school background so, tell us on your cover letter:

  • Why Airbus and this apprenticeship? What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? What is it about our company, our values, or the future of aerospace that excites you? We want to hear about what motivates you to pursue this unique path and how you see yourself growing with us.
  • What skills and experience do you bring? Think about projects, hobbies, or academic subjects that have given you practical experience. This could include personal projects, academic work and extracurricular activities.

Important Information:

GRADES: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to achieving the position’s requirements before the apprenticeship start date.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).

RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme. For more information, please check the Government Website .

LEVY FUNDING: Successful candidates must be eligible for the levy funding.

Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.

AI Guidance: We know you might be thinking about using AI to help you in your application – before you do, please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus Use of AI Guidance .

Contact:

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact via email apprentices@airbus.com . Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

#UK_APP

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:

Apprenticeship

Experience Level:

Student

Job Family:

Support to Management

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

October 29, 2025

RF Electronic Warfare Engineer

Post By EMC

Bristol

At MBDA, we are growing our RF Electronic Warfare capabilities with a number of exciting opportunities! You will be joining a growing and rapidly evolving area within MBDA with the opportunity to be work on new and innovative products!

Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: On average 3 days per week onsite 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:

Our EW Group supports activities on relevant WS and missile programmes, with specific responsibilities for physical integration and functional operation of RF Electronic Support/Attack payloads. This requires a range of skills including; system design engineering, supplier management and technical expertise.

Currently we are looking for System Design Engineers, Payload Equipment Requirement Authorities (engineers responsible for managing the specification, procurement, delivery and integration of hardware into missiles) and Technical Experts.

What are we looking for?

  • Knowledge and experience of RF Electronic Support and Attack Systems, including platform integration and through-life support
  • Strong technical understanding of RF and electronic systems, algorithm design and implementation
  • Knowledge and understanding of Integrated Air Defence Systems
  • Experience in supplier management (typically undertaken with the support of a Procurement Lead)
  • System design engineering skills including: requirements elicitation, decomposition and management; system design, integration and test; system verification and validation
  • Proficient in SysML, DOORS and/or Rhapsody
  • Experience in development and use of RF performance models
  • Experience of overseeing the transition of development hardware into production, including environmental testing, qualification testing and design certification
  • Candidates must hold, or be willing to apply for, DV clearance.

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.

October 29, 2025

RF/MW Solutions Engineer

Post By EMC

Overview

Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop RF and microwave test solutions for various applications by providing technical pre-sale support in UK
  • Collaborate with other engineers and departments to integrate RF/uW solutions into larger systems.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers to ensure satisfaction and retention
  • Training, solution and marketing activities delivery
  • Stay updated with the latest advancements in RF and microwave technology.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to clients and internal teams.
  • Be an integral part of the Keysight sales team, contributing to sales strategies and goals.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in electrical engineering, RF Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in RF and microwave engineering.
  • 5-8 years of experience as Solution Engineer or in a similar role
  • Strong understanding of RF/uW principles and components.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Practical experience with testing and measurement equipment (e.g., network analyzers, spectrum analyzers). Knowledge of high-end oscilloscopes is a plus.
  • Proficiency in English
  • UK passport required

Careers Privacy Statement

***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***

October 28, 2025

Lead Power Systems Engineer – Power Quality & EMC (Naval)

Post By EMC

Job Description Summary

We’re seeking a recognised Power Systems expert with extensive Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) knowledge to join our world-class engineering team. You’ll provide technical leadership, design complex MW-scale Power Systems, and contribute to our overall strategy across Defence, Marine, Energy, and Industrial applications.

Job Description

Core Responsibilities:

  • Be a recognised technical expert in Power Systems, associated components & equipment.
  • Provide technical ownership to projects to support the development of safe, technically compliant, and cost-effective solutions at holistic Power System level.
  • Undertake all aspects of Power Systems design: – including modelling, analysis, and simulation of Power Systems, using standard industrial design tools such as: MATLAB/SIMULINK, ETAP etc.
  • Develop equipment specifications, FDS’s and support overall system level design.
  • Ensure Power System designs comply with the relevant EMC standards, health & safety requirements, international standards, and class society rules where applicable.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Support attainment of on-time delivery, cost, and quality targets on projects with utmost focus on safety.
  • Provides project level technical leadership in design, reviews, project level technical resource forecasting and estimated times to complete activities.
  • Provide technical support to the project manager, lead engineer & commissioning teams in managing project deliverables and variations.
  • Provide Power Systems application support & technical guidance to the commercial and site teams.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Sole British citizenship with a valid British Passport (“UK Eyes only”)
  • Possession of or being capable of obtaining SC level security clearance.
  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant subject, or relevant industrial experience.
  • Have knowledge of Power Electronic Converter system integration, and associated EMC impact and mitigation strategies.
  • Willing to travel within UK and overseas for short-term working.

Nice To Have

  • Working towards or hold a CEng qualification (or strong interest).

You Can Expect From Us

  • Challenging and rewarding projects.
  • A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
  • Attractive compensation.
  • Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance.
  • 26 days vacation + bank holidays

Imagine a future with us

This role involves work for customers who manage critical infrastructure; based on customer requirements it will be necessary to carry out background checks and suitability assessments (UK BPSS clearance OR UK Security Clearance (SC)) as part of the hiring process.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

October 28, 2025

RF Engineer

Post By EMC

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

October 27, 2025

Analogue RF Engineer

Post By EMC

Thales people architect solutions at the heart of the defence-security continuum. Interoperable and secure information and telecommunications systems for defence, security, and civil operators, are based upon innovative use of radiocommunications, networks, and cybersecurity. We are ground breaking new digital technologies such as 4G mobile communications, cryptography, cloud computing and big data for use in physical protection systems, and critical information systems. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.

Analogue RF Engineer

Location: Crawley, full-time hybrid working with 3 days in the office, plus travel

Ready to drive innovation in cutting-edge hardware that powers secure communications and advanced defence systems across land, air, and sea?

What The Role Has To Offer

  • Join us for exceptional growth opportunities and increasing technical responsibility
  • Youll gain hands-on experience in RF and analogue support, primarily in HF with exciting opportunities in VHF
  • We aim to triple in size over the coming years through self-funded development and a passionate, talented team

Our Opportunity

Join our team to provide hands-on RF and analogue support, focusing mainly on the HF domain with opportunities to work in VHF as well. Your day-to-day will involve evaluating solutions, troubleshooting, and designing circuits using simulation tools like RF and Spice to enhance development. Youll create detailed circuit schematics and collaborate closely with PCB layout engineers to bring designs to life. Additionally, youll design electronic hardware rigs and assemblies, performing integration, verification, and qualification testing. Youll produce comprehensive design documentation throughout the product lifecyclefrom capturing requirements to defining test specifications. This role offers excellent growth potential, with opportunities to take on increasing technical responsibility as you develop your expertise.

Applicants can include suitably experienced RF Network Architects, RF Electronic Hardware Engineers, and Analogue RF Engineers seeking a new challenge. We also welcome applications from Junior Analogue RF Engineers and Associate RF Engineers eager to take the next step in their careers.

Building a Future, we can all trust.

SIX supplies defence and security customers with secure communications and resilient network, intelligence and surveillance systems, command and control systems and information systems security solutions. Thales designs radios and embedded and tactical communications systems for all three sectors (land, air and sea), identification friend or foe (IFF) systems, radio navigation systems and solutions for electronic communications warfare.

Hardware forms the backbone of many of Thaless state-of-the-art solutions, driven by innovation and the pursuit of new technologies. In this field, youll be at the forefront of developing groundbreaking solutions that impress and exceed our customers expectations.

What We Offer You

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package designed to support our employees wellbeing and professional growth, which includes:

  • Performance related annual bonus (VCP)
  • Pension match like-for-like up to 7% of annual base salary
  • Life Assurance 2 x base salary minimum (8 x salary if part of the pension scheme)
  • Income Protection 50% of salary less state benefits for 5 years
  • Annual Leave 201 hours, bank holidays, plus 1 company day
  • Private Medical Insurance – Couples cover
  • Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 1:00pm
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
  • 24 hours paid leave for volunteering activities
  • Access to flexible benefits and discounts dental insurance, buying & selling annual leave, cycle to work, and many more

Key Responsibilities And Tasks

  • Lead the design and development of innovative, reliable solutions that push the boundaries of technology and deliver real-world impact
  • Conduct thorough testing, measurement, debugging, and verification to ensure products meet the highest standards of performance and quality
  • Utilize advanced simulation and analysis tools to optimize designs and anticipate challenges before they arise
  • Present complex technical issues clearly and confidently during design reviews, influencing decision-making and driving project success
  • Prepare detailed, well-structured design documents that guide teams and stakeholders through every stage of development
  • Provide proactive technical support to production teams, ensuring smooth transitions from design to manufacturing and maintaining product excellence

About You

At Thales, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don’t match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the worlds most critical challenges.

  • BEng Hons in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, or Electronic & Communication Engineering, or related discipline and/ or equivalent experience in a relevant engineering discipline
  • Relevant design and product development experience (commercial, industrial, or defence)
  • Knowledge of engineering processes and lifecycles, including DDQS and Lean Engineering
  • Understanding of Design for Manufacture, Test, and Support
  • Experience with HF system challenges such as cosite interference and transmitter/receiver co-location
  • Familiarity with HF communication standards, topside modelling, and link budget analysis would be valuable
  • Design knowledge of RF components: power amplifiers, filters, splitters, amplifiers, combiners, receivers, oscillators, frequency synthesizers, RF cosite, and EMC
  • Knowledge of V/UHF systems and techniques would be advantageous
  • Awareness of digital control (microprocessors, programmable devices, DSP, FPGA, memory) and DSP techniques is desirable
  • Proficient in CAD tools: Cadence DE HDL, Microwave Office, LTSpice

Take the next step in your RF and analogue engineering career – apply now to join our innovative team and shape the future of cutting-edge communication technologies!

Security Clearance Statement

This role will require SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.

To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.

For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the National Security Vetting (NSV) Agency – United Kingdom Security Vetting – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

In line with Thales’ Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.

Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.

Great journeys start here, apply now!

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October 27, 2025

Team Lead – RF Design

Post By EMC

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.

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