Contract - Outside IR35
RF Design Engineer
Reading
Responsibilities:
* 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.
Required Skills:
* 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.
Preferred Skills:
* 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.