{"id":2637,"date":"2026-05-29T10:47:53","date_gmt":"2026-05-29T10:47:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theemcnews.co.uk\/?post_type=job_listing&#038;p=2637"},"modified":"2026-05-29T10:53:45","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T10:53:45","slug":"senior-rf-engineer-16","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/theemcnews.co.uk\/index.php\/job\/senior-rf-engineer-16\/","title":{"rendered":"Senior RF Engineer"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"_9449c08b ada36d68 _9fcd086c _43e64ab5 _0113a159 _2fe37da7 _36cac898\">\n<h2 class=\"a550bd36 _7f943aed f86edacd _2a4a3046 _7803300b a5e73fde _69518389 _6d707606 c506316d ad6569eb _000b1429\">About the job<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"a550bd36 bf8fb201 _2a4a3046 _7803300b _5b63af8f f609e79c _6d707606 c506316d ad6569eb _000b1429 abd0178b\"><span class=\"d222de27 d6046ae8\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-testid=\"expandable-text-box\"><strong>Description <\/strong>Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and Geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 3,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission \u2013 bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that\u2019s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we\u2019ll take you there.<\/p>\n<p>Are you ready to launch the next stage of your career in the new space economy? We would love to hear from you!<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re on the hunt for a <strong>Senior RF Engineer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>MDA\u2019s international footprint in the UK creates opportunities to work with some of the most exciting space industrial players in the country. Delivering all three business area capabilities in Geointelligence, Robotics &amp; Space Operations, and Satellite Systems, our UK team provides support to our European-based customers while specializing in the development of advanced space sensors for exploration missions as well as space-based communication technology. As our presence grows overseas, so does our need for new ambitious team players to help us advance our place in the Universe and beyond.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Responsibilities <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"b0003418 _277cc445\">\n<li>Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers developing satellite telecommunication payloads for a variety of orbits<\/li>\n<li>RF system and circuit level design, simulation and testing<\/li>\n<li>Supporting link budget analysis<\/li>\n<li>Detailed circuit design including schematic capture, component selection, circuit analysis and EM simulation<\/li>\n<li>Engineering analysis and documentation (Derating, Worst Case, Reliability, Radiation, EMI\/EMC Analysis, FMECA, Power Budget)<\/li>\n<li>Directing in-house and 3rd party PCB layout design teams<\/li>\n<li>Delivering prototype and product quality manufacturing packages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"a550bd36 bf8fb201 _2a4a3046 _7803300b _5b63af8f f609e79c _6d707606 c506316d ad6569eb _000b1429 abd0178b\"><span class=\"d222de27 d6046ae8\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-testid=\"expandable-text-box\"><strong>Required Skills And Qualifications<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"b0003418 _277cc445\">\n<li>10+ years\u2019 experience in a RF engineering role, in the Space or an equivalent High Reliability sector<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of LEO\/GEO communications payloads<\/li>\n<li>Experience of circuit and PCB design and RF simulation tools<\/li>\n<li>Specialist knowledge in any of the following areas would be advantageous:\n<ul class=\"b0003418 _277cc445\">\n<li>High reliability design and analysis (Space, Military, Automotive, etc)<\/li>\n<li>Spacecraft link budgets<\/li>\n<li>Signal integrity analysis<\/li>\n<li>Electronic circuitry radiation effects and mitigation techniques<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of environmental, thermal, safety and EMI\/EMC standards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"a550bd36 bf8fb201 _2a4a3046 _7803300b _5b63af8f f609e79c _6d707606 c506316d ad6569eb _000b1429 abd0178b\"><span class=\"d222de27 d6046ae8\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-testid=\"expandable-text-box\">We\u2019re a dream team of purpose-driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth. If you\u2019re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we\u2019ll take you there.<\/p>\n<p>We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA welcomes all who yearn to suit up and be part of it. An equal opportunity employer prizing diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to growing MDA\u2019s leadership in this next golden age.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Comments\/Special Considerations <\/strong>We are required to conduct a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) screening in which we will check your:<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"b0003418 _277cc445\">\n<li>Right to work: To confirm that you are entitled to take up the position as well as check your nationality and immigration status<\/li>\n<li>Identity: Full ID check<\/li>\n<li>Criminal records: Basic Disclosure<\/li>\n<li>Employment history check: Confirmation of past three years of employment (minimum) history\/activity<\/li>\n<li>Reference checks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"a550bd36 bf8fb201 _2a4a3046 _7803300b _5b63af8f f609e79c _6d707606 c506316d ad6569eb _000b1429 abd0178b\"><span class=\"d222de27 d6046ae8\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-testid=\"expandable-text-box\"><strong>Benefits Statement <\/strong>MDA Space provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; private healthcare, disability income protection, life insurance, pension plan; and an employee assistance program. We also have a Hybrid work model in place, for a better work\/life balance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Equal Opportunity Statement <\/strong>MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and\/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accommodations <\/strong>MDA Ltd. is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. 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