Principal RF Engineer – Satellite RF Systems

Job Title: Principal RF Engineer – Next Gen Satellite RF Systems

Location:Watford, United Kingdom

Job Type:Full-time, Permanent

Industry:RF Design & Satellite Communications

Be at the Forefront of RF Innovation

Are you an experienced RF Engineer looking to lead the development of next-generation RF and mmWave technologies? A global leader in RF and satellite communications is seeking aPrincipal RF Engineerto join its growing R&D team. This is a hands-on role that blends technical leadership with practical lab work to develop complex RF systems used in mission-critical communications worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead thedesign, simulation, schematic capture, and PCB layoutfor RF systems and sub-systems at a state of the art design centre in Ottawa, Canada.
• Conductlab-based testing and tuningto meet performance and reliability specifications.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior RF engineers.
• Drive thedevelopment and testing of prototypes, using both custom and off-the-shelf components.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams (including mechanical, DSP, software, and firmware engineers) across the full product development lifecycle.
• Define and implementverification and validationprocesses to ensure designs meet all functional requirements.
• Occasional travel may be required for collaboration with other UK-based engineering teams.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Degree qualified (BEng/MEng/MSc) inRF, Electronics, or Opto-Electronics Engineering.
• Proven experience inRF system design, including transceiver architectures, link budget analysis, and frequency planning.
• Proficient inEM modelling, simulation tools, and familiar with RF test instrumentation (spectrum analysers, VNAs, etc.).
• Strong practical skills in lab-based prototyping, testing, and fault diagnosis.
• A collaborative leader with a hands-on approach and mentoring mindset.

What’s on Offer:

• Work on cutting-edgeRF and mmWave technology projectswith global impact.
• Be part of a dynamic and expanding engineering team in a company that values innovation and technical excellence.
• Enjoy opportunities forcareer progression,professional development, andtechnical leadership.
• Work in a culture that encourages collaboration, mentorship, and knowledge sharing.

Additional Information:

• Location:On-site role based in Watford, Hertfordshire, UK.

Ready to take your RF engineering career to the next level? Apply today and lead the design of tomorrow’s satellite communication systems in Watford, Hertfordshire, UK.

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