Job Description
Job Title: RF Antenna Engineer (Electromagnetics)
Location: Farnborough
Salary: £Competitive + Benefits
Security Clearance: Must be eligible for SC clearance
Key Skills: RF, Electromagnetics, Antenna, Design, Simulation, CST, HFSS, EMC, Meta Materials, Physics, PhD
Overview
We’re partnering with a leading defence engineering organisation developing high-performance RF and electronic systems for complex, real-world environments. Due to continued growth, we’re looking for an RF / Antenna Engineer to support the design, simulation, and validation of antenna and electromagnetic systems across a range of programmes.
This role would suit either:
* An experienced Antenna/EM specialist, or
* An RF Engineer with strong electromagnetics knowledge looking to specialise further
What You will Be Doing:
* Design and develop antenna systems for demanding applications
* Perform electromagnetic simulation and analysis (e.g. radiation patterns, impedance, coupling)
* Support integration of antennas into wider electronic systems
* Work closely with hardware, mechanical, and systems engineers
* Support testing and validation, including lab and chamber-based measurements
* Contribute to technical reviews and engineering documentation
What We are Looking For:
* Background in RF engineering, electromagnetics, or antenna design
* Understanding of electromagnetic theory and RF principles
* Experience with simulation tools (e.g. CST, HFSS, FEKO or similar) or strong willingness to learn
* Experience in electronics or RF system integration
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Desirable
* Direct antenna design experience
* Experience in defence, aerospace, or telecoms
* Knowledge of EMC considerations
* Experience with measurement/testing (VNA, anechoic chambers, etc.)
Why Apply?
* Work on complex, real-world RF systems, not just theory
* Opportunity to specialise further in electromagnetics and antenna design
* Collaborative engineering environment with strong technical depth
* Long-term programmes offering stability and progression
***PLEASE NOTE***
Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy