{"id":4611,"date":"2026-10-26T13:44:32","date_gmt":"2026-10-26T13:44:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theemcnews.co.uk\/?post_type=job_listing&#038;p=4611"},"modified":"2026-10-26T13:50:00","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T13:50:00","slug":"senior-or-principal-rf-microwave-engineer-9","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/theemcnews.co.uk\/index.php\/job\/senior-or-principal-rf-microwave-engineer-9\/","title":{"rendered":"Senior or Principal RF\/Microwave Engineer"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"l4jayf l4jij2 l4jjqs l4jjp7 l4jjqi l4jima l4jhz6 l4jln8\">\n<h2 class=\"l4jk8d l4jk33 l4jkyo l4jk3b l4jk5j l4jk6b l4jk6n l4jk7r l4jgdi l4jk8b l4jle7\">About the job<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"l4jk8d l4jk3r l4jk3b l4jk5j l4jk5z l4jk6r l4jk7r l4jgdi l4jk8b l4jle7 l4jlfb\"><span class=\"l4jlk8 l4jlfj l4jlfd l4jlfc l4ja2q l4jk8c l4jhi2 l4jjrc l4jln8\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-testid=\"expandable-text-box\"><strong>Job Description<\/p>\n<p><\/strong>Salary: Senior: \u00a345, 200 to \u00a361,950 \/ Principal: \u00a353,300 to \u00a371,400<\/p>\n<p>Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Your Impact<\/p>\n<p><\/strong>At Leonardo, you\u2019ll step into a place where breakthrough ideas become real\u2011world capability. Here, engineering isn\u2019t just a job \u2014 it\u2019s the craft of shaping the future of phased array radar technology.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re searching for talented, driven, and experienced Senior \/ Principal RF &amp; Microwave Engineers to join our expanding hardware engineering community within our world\u2011class radar division. Based at our Edinburgh site, you\u2019ll become part of a team whose work defines the leading edge of radar innovation.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll play a pivotal role in developing and delivering cutting\u2011edge radio\u2011frequency systems that sit at the heart of our advanced Radar products. Your expertise will help ensure these systems perform with precision, reliability, and excellence in some of the most demanding environments in the world.<\/p>\n<p><strong>You Will<\/p>\n<p><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"l4jk2c l4jk8k l4jln8\">\n<li>Create high quality and robust RF PCB Assemblies on multilayer substrates using a mix of active and passive RF components which you will integrate with digital, analogue, and embedded control circuits.<\/li>\n<li>Perform RF circuit design including LNAs, PAs, filters, couplers, combiners, switches, and oscillators.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure design reviews are planned, executed and completed successfully<\/li>\n<li>Prepare robust manufacturing data packs and provide technical support to sub-contracts and engineering interface with manufacturing<\/li>\n<li>Conduct laboratory testing of your design including debugging, and performance verification to ensure the requirements are met.<\/li>\n<li>Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams \u2013 mechanical, systems, test and manufacture &#8211; to ensure seamless integration of RF and microwave assemblies into our larger systems<\/li>\n<li>Mentor early career engineers and contribute to technical reviews and design standards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"l4jk8d l4jk3r l4jk3b l4jk5j l4jk5z l4jk6r l4jk7r l4jgdi l4jk8b l4jle7 l4jlfb\"><span class=\"l4jlk8 l4jlfj l4jlfd l4jlfc l4ja2q l4jk8c l4jhi2 l4jjrc l4jln8\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-testid=\"expandable-text-box\"><strong>What You\u2019ll Bring<\/p>\n<p><\/strong>To excel in this role, you\u2019ll bring a strong command of RF circuit design, microwave engineering, and electromagnetic theory, paired with the problem\u2011solving mindset and attention to detail needed to tackle complex technical challenges. A curiosity for emerging technologies, enthusiasm for the defence and space sectors, and adaptability to new methods and tools will also help you thrive as part of our team.<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"l4jk2c l4jk8k l4jln8\">\n<li>Qualifications: first or second degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD, EngD) in Electrical &amp; Electronic Engineering (preferable) or related science (e.g. Physics)<\/li>\n<li>Proven experience (3 years +) in RF circuit design and analysis and a strong understanding of microwave techniques and electromagnetic theory.<\/li>\n<li>Proficiency in using commercial software tools for RF analysis \/simulation such as Keysight ADS, AWR Microwave Office &amp; CST Microwave Studio<\/li>\n<li>Hands-on experience in RF &amp; Microwave measurement techniques such as Vector Network Analysis, Spectrum Analysis etc.<\/li>\n<li>Awareness of requirements management, ideally using tools such as IBM Doors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"l4jk8d l4jk3r l4jk3b l4jk5j l4jk5z l4jk6r l4jk7r l4jgdi l4jk8b l4jle7 l4jlfb\"><span class=\"l4jlk8 l4jlfj l4jlfd l4jlfc l4ja2q l4jk8c l4jhi2 l4jjrc l4jln8\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-testid=\"expandable-text-box\"><strong>Security Clearance<\/p>\n<p><\/strong>This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government\u2019s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: <a class=\"l4jgdi l4jgdr l4jgdz l4jk77 l4jlt1\" tabindex=\"-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/safety\/go\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcareers%2Euk%2Eleonardo%2Ecom%2Fgb%2Fen%2Fsecurity-and-vetting&amp;urlhash=6KgV&amp;mt=FtnMFHE7DQ37d_0BNh6rPUALroKwXOW_x2wzIhgW4aYi5NEagk-ulavLjzDGkFncU3gRDUnqJ9BzLDIJdRA3MAmnGIE&amp;isSdui=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Open https:\/\/careers.uk.leonardo.com\/gb\/en\/security-and-vetting\">https:\/\/careers.uk.leonardo.com\/gb\/en\/security-and-vetting<\/p>\n<p><\/a><strong>Why join us<\/p>\n<p><\/strong>At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your well being, career development, and work\u2013life balance. Whether you&#8217;re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we\u2019re here to help you thrive.<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"l4jk2c l4jk8k l4jln8\">\n<li>Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.<\/li>\n<li>Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.<\/li>\n<li>Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).<\/li>\n<li>Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.<\/li>\n<li>Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.<\/li>\n<li>Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.<\/li>\n<li>Tailored Perks: Spend up to \u00a3500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech &amp; lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.<\/li>\n<li>Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"l4jk8d l4jk3r l4jk3b l4jk5j l4jk5z l4jk6r l4jk7r l4jgdi l4jk8b l4jle7 l4jlfb\"><span class=\"l4jlk8 l4jlfj l4jlfd l4jlfc l4ja2q l4jk8c l4jhi2 l4jjrc l4jln8\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-testid=\"expandable-text-box\">For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.<\/p>\n<p>Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team\u2014they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.<\/p>\n<p>At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.<\/p>\n<p>Be part of something bigger &#8211; apply now!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Primary Location:<\/p>\n<p><\/strong>GB &#8211; Edinburgh<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Locations:<\/p>\n<p><\/strong>GB &#8211; Newcastle<\/p>\n<p><strong>Contract Type<\/p>\n<p><\/strong>Permanent<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hybrid Working<\/p>\n<p><\/strong>Hybrid<button class=\"l4jlk6 l4jlk5 l4jlk4 l4jj2o l4jka4 l4jk07 l4jk1o l4jk15 l4jk2m l4jbst l4jth l4jgeo l4jk4v l4jk63 l4jjqw l4jlk9\" type=\"button\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-testid=\"expandable-text-button\"><span class=\"l4jgdi\">\u2026<\/span> more<\/button><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":624,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom","_application":"https:\/\/leonardocompany.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com\/en-US\/LeonardoCareerSite\/job\/Senior-or-Principal-RF-Microwave-Engineer_R0028547","_company_name":"Leonardo","_company_website":"http:\/\/www.leonardo.com","_company_tagline":"","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job-categories":[152],"job-types":[146],"class_list":{"0":"post-4611","1":"job_listing","2":"type-job_listing","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","5":"hentry","7":"job-type-full-time"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/theemcnews.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/4611","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/theemcnews.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/theemcnews.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theemcnews.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theemcnews.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/624"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/theemcnews.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4611"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theemcnews.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-categories?post=4611"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theemcnews.co.uk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=4611"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}