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Senior RF Engineer

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5 months ago
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Global leader in the development of Satellite Communications Infrastructure seeks a Degree qualified Senior RF Engineer with an in-depth understanding of both Microwave board design and RF systems design. In this critical role, the Senior RF Engineer will manage the delivery of complex RF sub-system blocks; building radio system prototypes as well as defining test and design verification plans and executing them accordingly; working effectively within a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment.
What the ideal Senior RF Engineer will bring:

  • A strong University education with a minimum of a 2.1 Bachelors Degree in Electronics, Opto-electronics or similar Engineering discipline.
  • A proven track record of taking RF / Microwave radio system line ups from concept to production.
  • Solid experience of RF system design, microwave board design and transceiver architectures.
  • Good knowledge of EM modelling techniques and tools.
  • Proven experience of Design Analysis and Simulation of RF system performance.
  • The ability to build radio system prototypes.
  • Solid experience of working with test instrumentations and calibrations.
    This is a great opportunity for a Senior level RF Engineer seeking to progress their career to Principal level. A competitive salary will be offered (details on application) with generous benefits package.
    Applicants must be fully eligible to work in the UK

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