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RF / Systems Engineer
Portsmouth | Hybrid (3 days onsite) | 50 per hour Umbrella | 6 months + likely extension
SC Clearance required
A leading defence and space organisation is looking for an experienced RF / Systems Engineer to join its satellite communications engineering team. This group develops advanced antenna systems and supporting equipment for land, sea and air platforms, with this role focused primarily on maritime applications.
What the role involves
Developing RF and microwave specifications from high-level system requirements
Defining operating frequencies, interfaces and performance criteria
Creating test and verification strategies for RF systems
Producing system diagrams and generating RF budgets across full Tx/Rx chains
Validating RF designs through analysis, simulation and measurement
Working across the full product lifecycle, from early design through to production and in-service support
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including engineering, manufacturing and quality
What you'll need
Essential
Strong knowledge of RF, microwave or mm-wave engineering
Ability to design or analyse RF circuits using 2.5D/3D tools
Understanding of EM field theory, RF materials and measurement techniques
Ability to verify compliance against system requirements
Experience working across full engineering lifecycle stages
Engineering degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline
Desirable
Familiarity with military satellite communications standards (e.g. MIL-STD-(Apply online only)C)
Experience with maritime satellite communication systems
Chartered status (IET or equivalent)
Contract details
50 per hour (Umbrella)
6-month contract with strong potential for extension
Hybrid working (3 days onsite per week)
SC clearance required
