Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Overview
This role is for an experienced Senior Antenna / RF Engineer to join a newly established R&D capability within a leading global RF technology group. The position focuses on the design, simulation, and development of advanced antenna and RF subsystems across HF to SHF frequencies for applications including defence, aerospace, naval, space, and high-reliability electronic systems. This opportunity is ideal for a highly motivated, innovative, hands-on engineer with extensive RF and antenna experience who thrives on solving complex technical challenges, mentoring junior engineers, and helping shape the development of a growing UK R&D team.
Location: Lincoln, UK
Base pay range
Direct message the job poster from Redline Group - Specialist Recruitment for Technology & Electronics Companies
Responsibilities
* Lead the design, simulation, and development of antenna and RF systems from concept through to final delivery, including prototyping, testing, and production handover.
* Act as technical lead on projects, managing design activities, making architectural decisions, and mentoring junior engineers.
* Develop mixed-signal and system-level designs, including digital control and power subsystems, custom test hardware, and RF circuits (filters, amplifiers, switches).
* Conduct PCB layout, population, and construction of prototypes.
* Perform RF, antenna, and EMC testing, and oversee product qualification including environmental and functional testing.
* Collaborate with electronics, systems, and other engineering disciplines to integrate solutions and ensure high-performance outcomes.
* Produce technical reports, customer-facing documentation, and present findings internally or externally at conferences.
* Support proposal generation, requirements development, conceptual design, and design reviews with customers and management.
Requirements
* Extensive experience in RF and microwave engineering and antenna system design.
* Proficient in simulation and design tools such as CST, HFSS, Keysight Microwave Office, ADS, or similar.
* Experience in MATLAB for modelling and analysis is highly desirable.
* Strong practical, hands-on experience with real-world RF and antenna projects, including prototyping and test equipment development.
* Experience leading design projects and mentoring junior engineers.
* Comfortable working collaboratively across teams and communicating effectively with customers and senior management.
* Experience in defence-related applications preferred; telecoms/network engineering not required.
* Flexible, resilient, and highly accountable with a mission-oriented approach.
* Fluent in English; additional languages beneficial.
* Strong understanding of electromagnetic theory, physics, and mathematics.
How to apply
To apply for this Senior Antenna / RF Engineer role based in Lincoln, UK, please send your CV to: kchandarana@redlinegroup.com or call 01582 878 830 / 07961 158 784
Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Industries – Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing; Defense and Space Manufacturing; Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Redline Group - Specialist Recruitment for Technology & Electronics Companies by 2x.
Get notified about new Radio Frequency Design Engineer jobs in Lincolnshire, England, United Kingdom.
Lincoln, England, United Kingdom 1 year ago
Lincoln, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago
Gainsborough, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr