At Tata Technologies we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering and validating the products of tomorrow for the world’s leading manufacturers. Due to our continued growth we are now recruiting for a Technical Expert – Antenna Systems to be based at our customer’s site in Bicester.
Our Embedded Systems Solutions department (ESS) encompasses all activities outlined under the Automotive SPICE (ASPICE) process framework, including systems engineering, software engineering, coding, and all levels of functional testing. Beyond core development, ESS also integrates critical supporting processes such as project management, risk assessment, functional safety, and cybersecurity, ensuring compliance with ASPICE standards and delivering reliable, secure, and high-quality embedded systems & solutions.
The Role:
We are seeking a Technical Expert to own the vehicle-level antenna system architecture, performance, and validation for automotive platforms. This role is responsible for end-to-end antenna system definition and integration for GPS/GNSS, DAB, FM/AM, and Satellite Radio (SXM), working closely with internal infotainment, telematics, EMC, and vehicle engineering teams, as well as managing Tier-1 suppliers. The position includes strong ownership of DFMEA and DVP&R activities and close collaboration with radio tuner and antenna amplifier development teams to ensure robust, production-ready RF performance.
Area of Responsibility
System Ownership & Architecture
Vehicle Integration & Performance
DFMEA, DVP & Validation
Supplier & Program Management
Cross-Functional Leadership
Knowledge / Experience
·Extensive experience with automotive antenna systems: GPS/GNSS, DAB, FM/AM, and SXM
·Strong experience working at vehicle system level within an automotive OEM environment
·Proven hands-on experience with radio tuners and antenna amplifiers, including system matching and performance optimization
·Solid understanding of RF fundamentals, antenna theory, and electromagnetics
·Demonstrated ownership of DFMEA and DVP&R in an automotive product development lifecycle
·Experience with antenna and RF testing: chamber, bench, and vehicle-level measurements
·Strong capability in interpreting RF performance data and driving system-level decisions
·Experience managing and technically leading Tier-1 suppliers
·Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Skills
·Experience defining OEM-level antenna performance requirements and standards
·Knowledge of EMC/EMI and vehicle noise mitigation strategies
·Familiarity with active antenna design, LNAs, filters, and RF front-end architectures
·Exposure to connected vehicle antennas (LTE/5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, V2X)
·Understanding of OEM vehicle development processes (APQP, DV/PV, PPAP, change management)
·Experience supporting global vehicle platforms and multi-region regulatory requirements
·Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, RF Engineering, or a related discipline
In return for bringing your expertise to our business we offer a competitive salary along with excellent benefits including:
·Pension Scheme – We match employee contribution up to 5% of salary
·25 Days’ Holiday
·Private Health Care
·Tata Jaguar Land Rover Privilege Scheme - up to 20% off new JLR vehicles
·Group Income Protection
·Health Assured – Employee Assistance Program
·Group Life Assurance
·Health Shield – Private Health Cash Plan
If you are passionate about bringing innovation to the projects you work on and want to join a global company, then this is the place for you.
Tata Technologies: Engineering a better world.
Tata Technologies would like to thank all applicants for their interest, each application will be reviewed against the set criteria for the role. We would like to advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 10 working days following the closing date it will mean that unfortunately your application has not been successful. We will however retain your details for any suitable future opportunities.