New Director of RF Systems – Space / SATCOMS job available in Herefordshire
* Competitive executive salary + performance bonus + comprehensive benefits (including hybrid working)
* Modern engineering facility set within Herefordshire, offering excellent quality of life and access to the Midlands, South Wales and South West
* Strategic leadership role driving next-generation Space and SATCOM payload and ground segment systems
Octagon Group are partnering exclusively with a leading Satellite Communications Engineering organisation in Herefordshire who have over 40 years of heritage in the industry. Following sustained year-on-year growth and significant investment into Space and advanced SATCOM programmes, they are now looking to appoint a Director of RF Systems to lead and scale their RF and Systems Engineering capability.
As Director of RF Systems – Space / SATCOMS, you will take ownership of the RF systems strategy across satellite payloads and ground segment platforms. You will lead multidisciplinary engineering teams, define technical roadmaps, and ensure delivery of high-performance RF architectures from concept through to qualification and production. This is a highly visible leadership position, working closely with executive leadership, customers and key technology partners.
Key Responsibilities:
* Define and execute the RF systems strategy aligned with Space and SATCOM growth objectives
* Lead RF Systems architecture development across L-band through Ka-band satellite payloads and ground segment solutions
* Oversee end-to-end system definition including link budgets, RF chains, antenna systems and system validation
* Drive technical governance, design reviews and risk management across major programmes
* Build, mentor and scale high-performing RF and Systems Engineering teams
* Act as senior technical interface with customers, suppliers and regulatory bodies
* Support business development through technical input to bids, proposals and customer engagements
Skills / Experience we’re looking for:
* Strong technical background in RF and Microwave Engineering within Space and/or SATCOM environments
* Proven experience leading RF Systems architecture development across both satellite payloads and ground segment infrastructure
* Deep understanding of L-band to Ka-band systems, link budgets, antenna systems, amplifiers, filters, frequency planning and end-to-end RF chains
* Demonstrable leadership experience managing senior engineers and cross-functional teams
* Experience delivering complex RF and Space programmes from concept through qualification and production
* Academic background in Electronics, RF, Microwave Engineering, Physics or similar (Masters / PhD advantageous)
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior RF technical leader looking to shape strategy, influence product direction and build a best-in-class RF Systems function within a growing Space technology organisation.