About Us

DISCOVER RADIALL

Since 1952, we have been designing and manufacturing cutting-edge technologies for some of the world’s most demanding applications.

From space exploration to communication to aviation, our international teams are working to create interconnect components that power the future. Our sites are located in different countries, including France, Italy, United-States, China, Mexico and India. At the heart of our factories, we grow industrial know-how including molding, plating and component assembly.

We are a community of more than 3,000 employees, rich in diversity, with a strong team spirit and open to all of those around us. Dare to be audacious, Make it Simple, Be genuine and Grow together are the 4 values guiding our actions every day.

At Radiall, we have made a choice: “Creating connections that matter”. This is how we expressed our purpose, which invites us to work for a better world, through topics that we have identified and on which we can act.

Mission

Discover Your Responsibilities

We are looking for a Solutions Engineer, reporting directly to the UK Sales Manager. The Technical Solutions Engineer is a technical expert who has in-depth knowledge of the defense market, various associated applications and equipment as well as a strong understanding of the company’s products and technologies. Its role is cross functional and covers all entities within the group. The Technical Solutions Engineer plays a key role in developing sales by providing technical expertise to clients, building a trusted relationship with them.

Your Missions Will Be To

• Provide technical support & expertise to sales.
• Conduct technical demonstrations, addressing customer enquiries, resolving technical issues.
• Identify potential synergies between different entities based on targeted applications.
• Act as the interface between local technical support teams within the Business Units, the local sales team and the customers, to understand customer’s needs and present tailored technical solutions to meet those needs.
• Work closely with internal teams such as the Field Application Engineer (FAE) and Product Managers to ensure that proposed solutions are feasible and meet the customer’s requirements.
• Contribute to the product roadmaps of differents Business Units.
• Provide market information to the defense Market Manager.
• Share gathered data on competition, customer needs, programmes, and associated stakeholders with the BU’s

Profile

YOUR ASSETS

You have a dual engineering/commercial background and over 10 years of experience.

Background in Radio Frequency and Optical connectivity technologies.

English native speaker. French language would be a plus.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. Ability and willingness to travel at least 30% for customer meeting and opportunity development.

This is a hybrid role, flexibility to work partly remotely and from the office. Candidates will ideally be based within the Home Counties.

This position is open to people in a disabillity situation, visible or invisible

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Job Description:

Start date: 20 July 2026

Location: Portsmouth

Duration : 12 months

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.

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Benefits:

Salary: £23,850

37 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Hybrid working // Half day Fridays!* // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

*subject to completing full hours prior to this*

About us:

The Payload Prepare for Test team works on the electrical and RF testing of telecommunication satellite spacecraft products, specifically on the NEO and the new OneSat platforms. Our team is composed of RF validation, hardware, and software engineers who collaborate to deliver our test solutions in the following areas:

Test System Development

• Interpreting test requirements to develop new test systems and test types in line with project needs and to satisfy the validation and system team;
• Forward looking group anticipating future needs and obsolescence to deliver world class RF and Electrical payload check out systems;
• Continually looking to improve testing through innovation and new technologies.

Test Deployment

• On time validation and deployment of our test assets to project / operations;
• Providing on the ground and first line support to spacecraft production operations;
• Ownership of first closure Non-Quality (NQ) resolution related to test systems.

RF Engineering and Validation

• Customer facing team liaising directly with external and internal customers to ensure we deliver against testing requirements and expectations;
• Governance of test processes related to operations and preparation;
• Providing test inputs to production schedules and management of live test phases;
• Validation of test system and payload results to ensure compliance with requirements.

What you will be doing:

During this internship, you will support Satellite Payload Test functions detailed above and contribute to the successful delivery of payload test campaigns across multiple live projects.

Typical activities include:

• Design and procurement of new test system hardware;
• Initial assembly, validation and commissioning of new test system hardware;
• Writing of new test system software;
• Supporting investigations with the systems engineering team;
• Test System parametric data generation and validation;
• Test System test code validation;
• Test System calibration and deployment to the cleanroom;
• Test System emulation of parametric data;
• Test System support of live test campaigns and investigations.

These activities will involve participating in our sprints and daily scrums, and when needed, you’ll be in the cleanroom supporting the test system itself.

Requirements:

Our placements are open to Undergraduates only . Therefore it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement. Please inform your graduation date on your application.

• Your application should include a CV along with a Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.*

As the successful candidate, you must be able to demonstrate the following:

• Currently studying towards an Engineering, Science, or Production based degree;
• Have a basic knowledge of Labview and/or Java, and have basic knowledge of Agile/Sprint methodologies;
• Communication skills, teamwork, presentation skills, and you are proactive and not afraid to speak up or ask questions.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.

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 us . Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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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:

Internship

Experience Level:

Student

Job Family:

Manufacturing Engineering

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

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

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

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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.

Company

Qualcomm Technologies International Ltd

Job Area

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware Engineering

General Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The VI team are looking for an adaptable, enthusiastic and reliable individual to join our team of skilled engineers in Cambridge. The Team plays a pivotal role in the transfer to production of the company’s Mobile, Voice and Music & IoT products, from the moment when the first pre-production samples are received until devices are first shipped to customers. During this time, the RF Characterisation team is at the centre of an ongoing process to optimize and fully validate the performance of the devices. This work is done in conjunction with colleagues across a variety of teams both in the UK and overseas. Working within our team provides a unique opportunity to work across the engineering disciplines from high level software to low-level hardware. This is enabled, in addition to the work on Qualcomm’s products, by the fact that the team also actively develops its own in-house automation infrastructure in collaboration with other teams.

The group consists of multi-disciplined (RF, Analogue, Software and Digital) engineers who work closely with specialist design and systems engineers. This broad base of knowledge is deployed to provide optimal tuning and configuration solutions for radio operation. The role is predominantly lab-based working at circuit, cell, subsystem and system level.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Will be responsible to evaluate, characterize and develop the design implementation solution for leading-edge products in the most advanced processes. Interfaces with various cross functional teams (RF, Analog and Digital IC designers, Software, System Engineering, Test Engineers, Customer Engineering, and Operations) to drive and incorporate the latest design solutions in the production program to improve yield, productivity, and quality.
• The Engineer will be assigned to a project and be responsible for the performance and operation of the radio, to include digits, firmware and analogue/RF. This involves interfacing directly with analogue and digital designers, systems engineers and radio control FW engineers to provide a complete radio system solution for verification and validation in characterization over temperature and process skews.
• The Engineer is also expected to work on digital emulator platforms, essential knowledge of digital design flow, ability to read and debug RTL code.
• Troubleshoots advanced issues with radio designs and finds solutions that are documented and shared with internal cross functional teams working on similar products.
• The Engineer will be responsible for automation for development and validation of ASIC products generating Python test scripts, writing embedded C code for FW radio control, supporting the business group with radio training materials and investigating customer issues and product returns where required.
• Manages project-related activities (e.g., meetings, documentation, deliverables) between their team and other teams working on the same or similar products, operating across locations and time zones.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.

OR

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.

OR

PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field.
• 2+ years experience with circuit design (e.g., digital, analog, RF).
• 2+ years experience utilizing schematic capture and circuit simulation software.
• 2+ years experience with hardware design and measurement instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, RF tools, etc.
• 1+ years in a technical leadership role with or without direct reports.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently transports between offices, buildings, and campuses up to ½ mile.
• Frequently transports and installs equipment up to 5 lbs.
• Performs required tasks at various heights (e.g., standing or sitting).
• Monitors and utilizes computers and test equipment for more than 6 hours a day.
• Continuous communication which includes the comprehension of information with colleagues, customers, and vendors both in person and remotely.

What’s On Offer

Apart from working in an open, relaxed and collaborative space, you will enjoy:

• Salary, stock and performance related bonus
• Employee stock purchase scheme
• Pension scheme
• Life, Medical, Income and Travel Insurance
• Enhanced Maternity Leave
• Enhanced Paternity Leave
• Menopause Support
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Voluntary Health Checks
• Global Wellbeing Days
• Subsidised gym membership
• Bicycle purchase scheme
• Employee run clubs, including, running, football, chess, badminton + many more

We are proud to be a WORK180 endorsed employer, see our range of UK benefits and policies directly at WORK180: Qualcomm – Work180 Endorsed Employer

Excited about this role, but not sure if you meet 100% of the criteria? We would still like to hear from you and would welcome your application.

• References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm’s toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.

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If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

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.

Job title: Principal EMC Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: Competitive

What You’ll Be Doing

• Specify and manage requirements and acceptance criteria specific to a system, platforms or programmes
• Advising design teams on Electromagnetic Environment (EME) requirements and design considerations
• Liaising with EMC test engineers to design and specify testing regimes to prove system compliance against relevant standards
• Designing and implementing system mitigation to meet EMC standards
• Mentoring and coaching Engineers within the team

Your Skills And Experiences

• BEng (Hons) / MEng or equivalent qualification
• Professional registration at Chartered level or evidence of working towards this
• Experience of design for EMC compliance
• Knowledge of EMC Defence Standards would be an advantage
• Proven experience and ability to coach others in a team

Benefits

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave incentive and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The EMC Engineering Team

Working within Electrical Engineering (EMC), you will be responsible for providing support to the Engineering Manager and/or external specialists in providing transversal support to engineering delivery teams in defining electromagnetic requirements and undertaking specialist testing of systems, sub systems and components in support of achieving contractual compliance for EMC design. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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.

Closing Date: 17th October 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

As a Senior RF Engineer, you will contribute significantly to development projects, leveraging your expertise in RF electronics design. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in RF electronics design, enjoy problem-solving, and be an excellent communicator.

Come and join Sepura Ltd at an exciting time of growth and progress your career within this innovative technology company, based in Waterbeach, Cambridge.

Your Role

Your Main Responsibilities Can Include

• Technical design and specification of RF circuitry for radio terminal products:
  • Complete subsystem design and implementation
  • Integration with Baseband, Audio and MMI subsystems
  • Component specification and sourcing
  • Design test documentation
  • Schematic creation and PCB layout supervision
• Technical requirements analysis
• Resolutions of design and integration issues
• Type approval support

Your Day to Day

Our diverse customer base spans various industries and markets globally. We have developed comprehensive TETRA and LTE solutions tailored for users across multiple sectors to address their critical communication needs.

At Sepura, no two days are the same. You will receive support from your manager and team, and collaborate with different departments throughout the company.

Your Technical Engineering Responsibilities Will Include

• Designing and developing RF systems at the component level.
• Conducting performance tests and optimizations to meet specified performance criteria.
• Leading integration and prototyping efforts to ensure seamless integration of sub-systems with larger systems or components.
• Collaborating with baseband, software, and audio teams to incorporate RF solutions into broader projects.
• Creating detailed technical documentation, including design reports, test plans, and performance assessments.

This role may require some travel, so the successful candidate will need a full, clean driving license and their own car. Travel expenses will be covered.

Qualifications

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in RF design and development, ideally within the telecommunications or critical communications industry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of RF systems and technologies, including design, simulation, and testing.
• Proven hands-on design experience.
• Strong time management and communication skills, with a history of delivering projects or tasks on time and with high quality.

Experience and Skills

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Significant experience at design level in at least three of the following areas:
  • RF Tx/Rx Architectures
  • RF Receivers
  • RF Transmitters
  • RF Power Amplifiers
  • EMC/EMI
  • Frequency Generators
  • Antenna design
  • Antenna tuning
  • Matching networks and
  • Broadband communications
  • LTE/4G/5G
• Component selection
• Simulation tools and modelling such as ADS and/or CST
• Testing procedures, protocols, and facilities like anechoic chambers and screening rooms
• Strong experience in at least two of the following technologies:
  • TETRA – 100-900 MHz
  • GSM – 800/900/1800 MHz
  • LTE/4G/5G – 700-2700 MHz
  • GNSS – 1.6-2 GHz
  • WiFi – 2.4-6GHz
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with the team and collaborate with other departments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively assign both internal and external resources.
• Excellent hands-on experience handling sensitive PCBs and preforming component level activities such as rework and/or modifications.

Nice to have

• Experience with professional mobile radio (PMR) systems.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and compliance in the telecommunications industry.
• Knowledge of advanced RF technologies, such as beamforming or MIMO.
• Proficiency in additional programming languages relevant to RF design and testing.

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

As part of Detection and Measurement, Enterprise Control Systems (ECS) is a leading supplier of long range data links that support real time high resolution video transfer between air and ground users. In creating products like RF inhibitors and specialized equipment for military and security purposes, we protect ground forces and infrastructure around the world.

How You Will Make An Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Senior RF Design Engineer for CommTech (Enterprise Control Systems & TCI), you will have a crucial role in New Product Introduction (NPI) and Sustaining Engineering for products within our Battlespace, Datalinks and SMS markets.

You will be joining a small dynamic team continually designing and developing world class products. As a Senior RF Design Engineer you will join our RF and Hardware group and be involved in the full product lifecycle including requirements, design, test, release and support of RF designs.

This is an opportunity to work in a fast paced but rewarding environment on RF Technologies across several exciting markets including defense and aviation.

What You Can Expect In This Role (Job Responsibilities)

• RF Design including but not limited to:
• System Architecture (RF)
• RF Simulation
• Schematic capture, PCB Layout and Footprint/symbol Creation (Altium)
• Scoping of new systems and technologies both for feasibility and product design.
• Managing of external design houses and resource as required.
• Working together with the Engineering Team to design and create products.
• Technical Support and Testing
• Production and Manufacturing assistance as required.
• Trouble shooting of hardware and system issues seen from all areas of the business.
• Self-testing and troubleshooting of your own design and development work.
• Completion and lead of Design Reviews if required.
• Attending Project meetings when required.
• Verification of designs against Requirement Specifications
• Mentoring of lower grades assigned to your design function as and when needed.
• Documentation and Communication including but not limited to;
• Provide task time estimates and risk considerations to the project manager and/or RF and Hardware group manager.
• Weekly standup meeting to communicate previous weeks achievements and current weeks priorities.
• Organise and lead technical projects including being the lead of Preliminary, Interim and Critical Design Reviews as dictated by company procedures.
• Contribute to department processes and procedures.
• Creation of design pack documentation.
• Collaboration and communication with full engineering team including interacting with other Engineering disciplines to achieve department targets.

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience

• Established experience in an equivalent role
• The following skills and experience will be required. Candidates are not expected to have experience in all areas;
• Familiarity and experience with industry tools such as PCB Design Software and RF simulation tools.
• Knowledge of the latest RF components and technologies
• Design of linear high power wide band RF amplifiers up to 200 Watts using for example GaN or LDMOS technology
• Design of RF filters
• Transmitter and Receiver Design experience
• LNA, Down-converter and Upconverter design
• Antenna design
• A working knowledge of analogue and digital electronics
• EMC experience.
• Experience of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, analysers and signal generators.
• Practical experience of PCB prototype testing and rework.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Ability to work in a team and interact with other Engineering disciplines.
• Ability to produce results under pressure.
• A can-do attitude with a willingness to help others.

Preferred Additional Experience, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• An understanding and experience of design of products aligned with CommTech’s portfolio
• Experience with Altium Designer
• Experience with Cadence AWR Microwave Office
• Experience with Ansys HFSS
• Electronics experience of switch-mode PSUs, embedded circuitry, glue logic, analogue electronics and EMC circuitry.
• The following skills and experience would also be beneficial;
• Experience of designing electronic circuits and sub-assemblies for use in military or airborne applications.
• Experience of designing for and test/verification MIL-STD’s and DO160.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelors/Masters degree in Engineering/related subject or equivalent work experience

Security

• British Citizen or ability to obtain required security clearance (SC).

Travel & Working Environment

• Travel unlikely.
• Onsite working including working from home policy (3 office/2 WFH).

How We Live Our Culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.

What benefits do we offer?

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realise their fullest potential.

Location(s): UK, Europe & Africa : UK : Great Baddow

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

Job Title: RF Systems Engineer

Requisition ID: 121955

Location: Great Baddow

Grade: GG10

Referral Bonus: £5,000

Role Purpose

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

Key Responsibilities

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

Essential Skills & Experience

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

Desirable Skills

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

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.