{"id":1703,"date":"2026-02-06T14:58:49","date_gmt":"2026-02-06T14:58:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theemcnews.co.uk\/?post_type=job_listing&#038;p=1703"},"modified":"2026-03-09T00:17:11","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T00:17:11","slug":"rf-test-systems-engineer-space-2","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/theemcnews.co.uk\/?post_type=job_listing&p=1703","title":{"rendered":"RF Test Systems Engineer &#8211; Space"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"_1a86b5ec _395b02f6 _900487b7 _87b10d9d a6838398 b0608112 _015c24fb\">\n<h2 class=\"_2044c803 f449ac6a _797a2d3d _64cd4eb2 d116f45d _56f04f5a f879750c e6b86515 d42d89d5 b612af6f\">About the job<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>ALTEN <\/strong>is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement &amp; support sustainable transformation.<\/p>\n<p>Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow\u2019s world\u2014today.<\/p>\n<p>Join us and start building tomorrow\u2019s world today!<\/p>\n<p class=\"_2044c803 _985a1aa6 _64cd4eb2 d116f45d d16a6237 a54cfd5c e6b86515 d42d89d5 b612af6f\"><span class=\"_13f317fd _82b53580\" data-testid=\"expandable-text-box\"><strong>Job Description <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>As a <strong><em>RF test Systems Engineer,<\/em><\/strong> you will join our team in <strong><em>Portsmouth<\/em><\/strong> to support our activities within the <em><strong>Aerospace<\/strong><\/em> sector.<\/p>\n<p>You will be responsible for defining and delivering <strong>RF test system solutions <\/strong>derived from detailed equipment specifications. The role involves <strong>designing, building, and validating RF test systems<\/strong> (L-band and above), supporting formal project reviews, and working closely with both project management and the RF Test Systems Team Lead.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"aa9d2ff3 _0b1df2c7\">\n<li><strong>Location: Portsmouth<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>On Site: Full time<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Clearance: Clearable <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Experience Level: Mid to Senior <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Key Responsibilities: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"aa9d2ff3 _0b1df2c7\">\n<li>Derive <strong>detailed RF test system requirements<\/strong> from equipment specifications<\/li>\n<li>Design <strong>RF and microwave test systems<\/strong> (L-band and above)<\/li>\n<li>Support <strong>system build, integration, and validation<\/strong> activities<\/li>\n<li>Produce and maintain <strong>test solution documentation<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Participate in <strong>formal design and project reviews<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Report progress and technical issues to <strong>Project Management and the RF Test Systems Team Lead <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"_2044c803 _985a1aa6 _64cd4eb2 d116f45d d16a6237 a54cfd5c e6b86515 d42d89d5 b612af6f\"><span class=\"_13f317fd _82b53580\" data-testid=\"expandable-text-box\"><strong>Qualifications <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Required Skills: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"aa9d2ff3 _0b1df2c7\">\n<li>Proven experience in <strong>RF test system design<\/strong> (L-band and above)<\/li>\n<li>Strong knowledge of <strong>microwave theory<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Hands-on experience with <strong>microwave test hardware<\/strong>, including Network Analysers and Spectrum Analysers<\/li>\n<li>Experience in <strong>system integration and validation<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Ability to translate technical specifications into <strong>robust test solutions<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Required Qualifications: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"aa9d2ff3 _0b1df2c7\">\n<li>A <strong>Bachelor\u2019s<\/strong> or <strong>Master\u2019s degree<\/strong> in <strong>Engineering<\/strong>, or <strong>equivalent<\/strong> <strong>military experience<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Demonstrable experience designing and delivering <strong>RF test systems<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Strong understanding of <strong>engineering documentation and review processes<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Desirable Skills: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"aa9d2ff3 _0b1df2c7\">\n<li>Experience with <strong>software development or scripting<\/strong> for test systems<\/li>\n<li>Background in <strong>aerospace, defence, or space programmes<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Familiarity with <strong>formal engineering lifecycle processes<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Experience working in <strong>project-led, multi-disciplinary environments <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"_2044c803 _985a1aa6 _64cd4eb2 d116f45d d16a6237 a54cfd5c e6b86515 d42d89d5 b612af6f\"><span class=\"_13f317fd _82b53580\" data-testid=\"expandable-text-box\"><strong>Additional Information <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Why join us? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.<\/p>\n<p>At ALTEN, you\u2019ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.<\/p>\n<p>Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.<\/p>\n<p><strong>In short you get: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"aa9d2ff3 _0b1df2c7\">\n<li>A personalised career path and a rewarding management style<\/li>\n<li>A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries<\/li>\n<li>Private Medical Insurance<\/li>\n<li>Cycle &amp; Tech Scheme<\/li>\n<li>Employee assistance programme<\/li>\n<li>Life insurance &amp; Pension Scheme<\/li>\n<li>Social atmosphere, regular gatherings &amp; team buildings<\/li>\n<li>Flexible way of working (role dependent)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant &amp; actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses\/partners. 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