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Senior RF Design Engineer

Job Posted: 23 days ago

Salary: £ 60,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire

Expire in: 5 days

Job Description

Role: Senior RF Design Engineer

Location: Hertfordshire, Hybrid

Salary: Up to £65,000 depending on experience + bonus + benefits

About the Role

Our client is looking for a hands on RF Design Engineer to research, design, and test advanced radio-frequency technology for integration into complex defence systems. You will work on cutting-edge RF circuits, prototypes, and modifications, ensuring designs perform reliably in challenging environments.

This role offers a blend of practical laboratory work and technical design, giving you the opportunity to see your designs through from concept to testing.

Key Responsibilities

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    Design, prototype, and test RF circuits across a wide frequency range (30 MHz – 30 GHz)

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    Work on components such as LNAs, HPAs, filters, oscillators, synthesizers, and modulators

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    Conduct design proving tests and trials in the laboratory

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    Apply knowledge of EMC, vibration, and thermal considerations for harsh environments

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    Use RF design software (e.g., Microwave Office) for circuit layout and analysis

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    Support design for manufacture and test, liaising with production teams

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    Document and present results, issues, and solutions to internal teams and customers

Experience & Skills Required

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    Strong practical RF design experience at the component and circuit level

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    Hands-on lab skills: soldering, fault-finding, use of spectrum analyzers, VNAs, power meters

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    Good knowledge of analogue, digital, and power supply design

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    Experience designing RF for harsh environments

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    Skilled in RF simulation and layout tools (Microwave Office or equivalent)

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    Excellent communication and report-writing skills

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    Team player with initiative and a passion for electronics

Benefits

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    Company bonus

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    Pension

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    Flexible working & leave

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    Enhanced parental leave and healthcare benefits

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    Excellent site facilities

Security: Candidates must hold British Citizenship due to security vetting requirements

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