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Principle Antenna Engineer

Ref no. BHN575139
Salary £75,000 - £80,000/annum
Location Buckinghamshire, England
Start date ASAP
Job type Permanent
Job status Open

Job summary

Are you an RF or Antenna Design Engineer looking to work for a company who have an agile way of working and you can make a real impact for?

Key skills required for this role

Antenna Design, RF design, RF, Design for Low Observable (LO), Low Radar Cross Section (RCS)

Important

UK Nationality and eligibility for UK Security Clearance at SC level are required.

Job description

I'm am currently in search of a highly skilled and motivated Antenna Design Engineer to tackle challenging antenna design problems with innovative solutions. The role spans the entire development lifecycle, from capturing requirements and system-level design to concept development, simulation, prototyping, optimisation, and verification. Additionally, this position involves overseeing the Antenna design team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Facilitate the generation of new business by managing bids, crafting concept designs, estimating tasks, and generating proposals.
  • Design, develop, and test innovative antenna and RF products.
  • Perform electromagnetic simulations and analysis to optimize antenna performance.
  • Stay updated on emerging technologies and integrate relevant innovations into product designs.
  • Conduct requirements analysis.
  • Produce documentation to support product development and verification.
  • Aid in the qualification and review of designs to meet requirements, including formal testing and analysis.
  • Assist in the development of Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and software design.
  • Manage a team of Antenna and RF Engineers.

Outline of Competencies:

  • Thrives in both team environments and as an individual contributor.
  • Self-motivated with a knack for identifying priorities and coordinating team efforts.
  • Possesses strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

  • Degree in a relevant Engineering field.
  • Solid theoretical and practical RF experience.
  • Deep understanding of RF principles, transmission line theory, and antenna theory.
  • Familiarity with one or more electromagnetic solvers (e.g., CST MWS, FEKO, HFSS).
  • Proficient with RF test and measurement equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers and Spectrum Analyzers.
  • Experience in antenna design and active/passive RF and Microwave circuit design is desirable.
  • Knowledge of antenna test ranges/anechoic chambers is advantageous.
  • Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA) skills.
  • Proficient in MS Office and PC skills.

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