Location: Belfast / Northern Ireland (Hybrid)
Company: AntennaWare
Employment Type: Full-time
Travel: International and domestic travel required
About AntennaWare
AntennaWare is a Northern Ireland–based technology company pioneering BodyWave® antenna technology — a unique approach to body-centric wireless communication. Our antennas enable reliable, high-performance wireless links for wearables, medical devices, and next-generation IoT products operating in and around the human body.
We’re looking for a Field Applications Engineer (FAE) to work closely with our customers and partners, accelerating the integration of our innovative antenna technologies into their products. This is a hands-on, customer-facing engineering role that combines deep technical knowledge with practical problem-solving and strong communication skills.
Role Overview
As a FAE, you’ll be the key technical interface between AntennaWare and our customers. You’ll support customers through the full integration process — from early design and proof-of-concept to production — ensuring optimal antenna performance in their products.
This role combines technical expertise, practical problem-solving, and customer engagement, with opportunities to work across a wide variety of wireless technologies and products.
Key Responsibilities
* Collaborate closely with both sales and customers to integrate our antenna technologies into their products and systems.
* Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and design recommendations throughout development.
* Perform antenna evaluations, system tuning, and performance optimization.
* Work with a wide range of wireless technologies (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, UWB, DECT, UHF radio and more).
* Develop and maintain embedded software for testing and demo platforms.
* Support sales and engineering teams with technical documentation, presentations, and customer meetings.
* Conduct on-site visits and technical training, including occasional travel to customer sites, trade shows, exhibitions and industry events.
Required Qualifications and Skills
* Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
* Right to work in the UK.
* Strong practical understanding of RF principles and antenna integration.
* Experience with RF testing equipment (VNA, spectrum analyser, signal generator, etc).
* Experience working with multiple radio technologies (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, cellular, UWB).
* Proficient in embedded programming (C/C++, etc).
* Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for both hardware and firmware.
* Strong communication and customer-facing abilities.
* Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple projects concurrently.
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Desirable Skills
* Experience in antenna design on difficult platforms.
* Antenna impedance matching
* Proficiency with CST Microwave Studio or other for antenna design and simulation.
* Hands on experience using a range of wireless SoC.
* Experience implementing positioning/localisation technologies.
* Experience with Python or MATLAB for simulation post-processing or optimisation.
* Familiarity with IoT product development or wearable devices.
* Understanding of compliance testing and wireless certification processes.
* Ability to prepare and deliver technical presentations and reports.
* Previous experience in a FAE or applications support role.
What We Offer
* Opportunity to work at the cutting edge of wearable and body-centric communications.
* Collaborative, innovative work environment in a fast-growing company.
* Competitive salary and benefits package including private healthcare, gym membership and private car parking.
* Professional development and training opportunities.
How to Apply:
Send your CV and a short cover letter explaining your experience and motivation to careers@antennaware.co.uk