The Role
As an Antenna Electromagnetic Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and modelling antennas and electromagnetic systems that support both defence and commercial applications, helping to advance innovative technologies and programmes.
Day-to-day, you’ll be part of the Electromagnetics Group within the Advanced Materials and Devices team, supporting technical leads, managing your own workload, running work packages, and contributing to ongoing projects across QinetiQ’s defence and commercial portfolios. You will work autonomously day-to-day, while also being an active member of the team.
Your responsibilities will include:
1. Development of novel antennas and related systems for civil and defence applications
2. Electromagnetic (EM) modelling of complex EM interactions on internal and external programmes
3. Providing advice to internal and external customers on EM modelling and design
4. Supporting the delivery of key programmes relating to antennas, communications, and sensing systems
5. Participating in bid development and contributing to technical proposals
6. Working across QinetiQ to deliver holistic solutions
Essential experience of the Antenna Electromagnetic Engineer:
7. Experience with meta-materials and antenna functionality, ideally with practical RF experience
8. Proficiency in CST software / HFSS for modelling and simulation of antennas
9. Experience with PCB or circuit board integration into platforms
10. Ability to manage individual workloads and support senior team members
11. Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a collaborative team
12. Previous grounds or technical maintenance experience is beneficial but not essential
Essential qualifications for the Antenna Electromagnetic Engineer:
13. Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
14. Knowledge of contemporary antenna theory
15. Understanding of electromagnetic metamaterials and modelling
16. Awareness of EM measurement techniques
We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.
This role is full-time per week based at Farnborough. Hybrid working patterns are available.
At our Farnborough site, exciting work takes place at our state-of-the-art facility, including high-energy laser technologies, a 5m pressurised wind tunnel, and large R&D projects. Join talented teams of engineers, IT & cyber specialists, project managers, and more to provide future defences in the UK.
Why Join QinetiQ?
As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.
As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines, and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture:
Our Benefits
17. Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
18. Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
19. Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance, and Dental Insurance
20. Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets, and much more
21. We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
22. Volunteering Opportunities – helping charities and local community
Our Recruitment Process:
We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.