Senior RF - Microwave Design Engineer

Senior RF - Microwave Design Engineer in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 2DA | Guidant Global Search Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers Senior Systems Engineer - Electronics GKN Aerospace Copt Hall, Luton (LU2), LU2 8RX To define 7 hours ago NEW Field Service Engineer, Laboratory Robotic Systems TRS Consulting Stevenage, Hertfordshire £55K + 10% Bonus + Car 13 hours ago NEW Research & Development Engineering Technician GKN Aerospace Copt Hall, Luton (LU2), LU2 8RX To define 9 hours ago NEW Service Team Leader, Medical Devices TRS Consulting Garston, Watford (WD17), WD17 1AA £45K + Benefits 1 day ago FPGA Design Engineer Certain Advantage Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 2DA £90 per hour, Benefits Overtime Rate 9 hours ago NEW Electronics / Firmware Engineer ZENOVO LTD London 9 hours ago NEW FPGA Design Engineer Certain Advantage Filton, Bristol (BS34), BS34 7QS £90 per hour, Benefits Overtime Rate 9 hours ago NEW Systems Performance Modelling Engineer Morson Edge Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 Negotiable hourly rate, Inside IR35 1 month ago Codification Engineer Certain Advantage Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 2DA £45 per hour, Benefits Overtime Rate 1 month ago Electronics Manufacturing Lead Platform Recruitment Limited Royston (SG8) 2 days ago Senior Systems Engineer - Electronics GKN Aerospace Copt Hall, Luton (LU2), LU2 8RX To define 7 hours ago NEW Field Service Engineer, Laboratory Robotic Systems TRS Consulting Stevenage, Hertfordshire £55K + 10% Bonus + Car 13 hours ago NEW Research & Development Engineering Technician GKN Aerospace Copt Hall, Luton (LU2), LU2 8RX To define 9 hours ago NEW Service Team Leader, Medical Devices TRS Consulting Garston, Watford (WD17), WD17 1AA £45K + Benefits 1 day ago FPGA Design Engineer Certain Advantage Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 2DA £90 per hour, Benefits Overtime Rate 9 hours ago NEW Electronics / Firmware Engineer ZENOVO LTD London 9 hours ago NEW FPGA Design Engineer Certain Advantage Filton, Bristol (BS34), BS34 7QS £90 per hour, Benefits Overtime Rate 9 hours ago NEW Systems Performance Modelling Engineer Morson Edge Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 Negotiable hourly rate, Inside IR35 1 month ago Codification Engineer Certain Advantage Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 2DA £45 per hour, Benefits Overtime Rate 1 month ago Electronics Manufacturing Lead Platform Recruitment Limited Royston (SG8) 2 days ago Senior RF - Microwave Design Engineer Guidant Global Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 2DA Contract Published: 8 hours ago From £65 to £75 per hour ; (Umbrella) Senior RF - Microwave Design Engineer Guidant Global We’re supporting a leading UK defence organisation on the development of cutting edge RF and microwave technology used within complex guidance and datalink systems. This role is ideal for an RF Engineer who enjoys hands on design, rapid prototyping and lab based testing, and wants to see their work progress from concept through to real hardware. What you’ll be doing Designing and developing RF / microwave circuits across a wide frequency range (typically 30 MHz to 30 GHz) Working at component and module level on RF subsystems including LNAs, power amplifiers, filters, oscillators and synthesisers Building, modifying and debugging prototypes to support development and test activities Conducting hands on RF testing and verification in an on site laboratory environment Ensuring designs perform in demanding operational environments (EMC, vibration, thermal) Collaborating closely with systems, mechanical and test teams to integrate RF designs into larger systems What we’re looking for (essential) Strong practical experience in RF / microwave circuit design and test Confident use of RF test equipment (spectrum analysers, VNAs, power meters) Hands on laboratory skills including fault finding, rework and fine soldering Experience designing for real world constraints (EMC, environmental conditions) Understanding of analogue, digital and power supply interfaces around RF designs Nice to have (not essential) Experience with RF simulation and layout tools (e.g., Microwave Office) Exposure to design for manufacture and test Background in defence, aerospace or other safety critical environments Why this role Highly technical, engineering led environment Genuine hands on RF design, not paperwork-heavy Work on advanced, high frequency systems with real end-use impact Long term programmes and technical depth rather than short term projects What happens now? Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e-mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application. Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team. More about the role: Our client’s relationship with the UK military spans back over 70 years. They have delivered countless landmarks in defence engineering, supplying vital defence capability to meet the needs of the armed forces over land, sea, and air. This role is based at their headquarters in Stevenage which plays a key part in missiles operations. The site also offers excellent transportation links and boasts an onsite gym and coffee shop. 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