
Senior RF Engineer (UNB041)
- England
- Permanent
- Full-time
- RF Subsystem Design: Design RF front-end modules (LNAs, PAs, filters, mixers, frequency converters) across Ku and Ka for ground terminal applications.
- System Analysis: Perform System analysis, propagation modelling, Embedded RF component designs and RF performance simulations using System Vue, ADS, and MATLAB.
- Prototyping & Testing: Develop RF circuit designs including schematic designs and conduct RF performance validation using VNAs, spectrum analysers, signal generators, and satellite modems.
- EM Simulation: Perform RF System simulations using tools like System Vue, Keysight ADS and HFSS
- Simulation & Measurement Analysis: Analyse simulation results and experimental data using MATLAB, Python, or other similar tools.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Support integration with digital modems, Antenna systems, and mechanical enclosures for terminal-level performance optimisation.
- Documentation & Reporting: Prepare reports and presentations on designs, simulations, measurements, and performance.
- Productisation: Work closely with hardware, mechanical and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are optimised for manufacturability, cost, and reliability.
- Compliance & Certification: Ensure designs meet international SATCOM regulatory standards (FCC, ITU, ETSI), EMC and environmental qualifications for rugged platforms
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, RF/Microwave Engineering, or related field (master's preferred).
- 7-8+ years of experience in RF/microwave design, preferably in satellite ground terminals or SATCOM systems.
- Deep understanding of analog and RF circuit design (LNAs, mixers, phase shifters, VCOs, PAs, op-amps, etc.), including noise, linearity, and impedance matching.
- High proficiency with RF test equipment: signal generators, spectrum analysers, and network Analysers
- Proficiency in System Vue, ADS, MATLAB or similar simulation/modelling tools
- Expert in designing RF hardware for Ku, Ka SATCOM applications.
- Strong knowledge of RF propagation, RF link budgets, and phased array principles.
- Demonstrated ability to balance performance with design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and cost-effectiveness.
- Experience with PCB layout for RF and microwave circuits using Altium or similar design software.
- Programming skills in MATLAB, Python, or similar languages for data analysis, automation, and simulation support.
- Experience with EM Simulations tools such as HFSS or CST
- Generous salary and annual bonus
- Stock options
- Contributory pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave + public holidays
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Car scheme (salary sacrifice)
- Free on-site gym
- Employee assistance programs
- Discounts platform