Senior RF Design Engineer How You Will Make an Impact (Job Summary) Join a leading technology organisation renowned for developing advanced RF solutions for critical markets such as defence, aviation, and spectrum monitoring. As a Senior RF Design Engineer, you will play a vital role in New Product Introduction (NPI) and Sustaining Engineering, contributing to the design and development of innovative RF products. You will be part of a small, dynamic team, working across the full product lifecycle from requirements and design to testing, release, and support. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact while working in a fast-paced, rewarding environment on cutting-edge RF technologies. What You Can Expect in This Role (Job Responsibilities) 1. RF Design RF system architecture design and simulation. Schematic capture, PCB layout, and footprint/symbol creation (using tools like Altium). Scoping and feasibility studies for new systems and technologies. Managing external design resources as needed. Collaborating with the Engineering Team to design and create innovative products. 2. Technical Support and Testing Assisting production and manufacturing teams. Troubleshooting hardware and system issues across the business. Self-testing and troubleshooting of your own designs. Leading and participating in design reviews. Verification of designs against requirement specifications. Mentoring junior engineers assigned to your projects. 3. Documentation and Communication Providing time estimates and risk assessments to project managers or team leaders. Contributing to weekly stand-up meetings and reporting achievements and priorities. Organising and leading technical projects and design reviews (Preliminary, Interim, and Critical). Creating and maintaining design documentation. Collaborating across engineering disciplines to meet departmental targets. What We Are Looking For (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education) Required Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role. Familiarity with industry tools like PCB design and RF simulation software. Knowledge of the latest RF components and technologies. Experience designing RF components, including: High-power wideband RF amplifiers (e.g., GaN or LDMOS). RF filters, transmitters, receivers, LNAs, upconverters, and downconverters. Antenna design. Analogue and digital electronics. EMC considerations. Practical experience with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, analysers, and signal generators. Strong team player with a proactive attitude and problem-solving skills. Preferred Experience: Minimum of 7 years’ experience in an equivalent role. Familiarity with advanced design tools like Altium Designer, Cadence AWR Microwave Office, or Ansys HFSS. Experience with switch-mode PSUs, embedded circuitry, glue logic, and EMC circuitry. Knowledge of designing and testing to military and airborne standards (e.g., MIL-STDs, DO-160). Education & Certifications: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience). Additional Information Security Clearance: Eligibility for UK SC required. Travel: Minimal. Working Environment: Flexible hybrid working policy (3 days onsite/2 days remote)