Senior RF Engineer Job Glasgow area,Scotland UK,Engineering

The Role:

Spire Global is currently embarking on projects that range from the design of advanced satellite communication and navigation systems toRF monitoring constellations.

As part of the development of next-generation proprietary communication system, weare seeking aSenior RF EngineerwithexpertiseinRF systems design, RF transceiver, low noise andpower amplifier design, antenna arrays, and a solid background in space-based communications,navigationor RF monitoring systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in high-frequency,high-power RF systems,ultra-sensitive receiver systems, with strong simulation and analytical skills.

The candidatewillwork on designing, analysing, andoptimizingadvanced RF subsystems for satellite and aerospace applications.

The candidate should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to navigate in a fast-changing dynamic and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Contribute proactively tothe design and development ofRF subsystemsfor our next generation of satellite communication,navigationor RF monitoring systems
Component selection and circuit level design using PCB software (Altium preferred), along with simulation(CST, ADS preferred) where required;including transceivers for UHF, S-, X- and Ka-bands.
Management of RF modules through production & test
RF module test and fault-find at bench level, environmental level (EMC and thermal vacuum testing) and spacecraft level
Lead RF testing, validation, and space qualification efforts for new and existing systems
Develop test plans, and operational procedures
Provide technical consultancy support to software engineering, payloads,satellite operations, and manufacturing teams

Basic Skills/

Qualifications:

BSc, MSc or Ph.D. degree in Telecommunications, Microwave or RF Electronics Engineering
5+ years ofworkingexperienceondesign,development and testing of RF systems
Hands-on RF simulation, design and manufacturing experience and fault-finding during test
PCBschematiccapture andlayout for RF circuits
Experience with laboratory or field RF testing with relevant technical equipment such as Network Analyzer, Signal Analyze rand Signal Generator
Measuring performance of passive and active circuits to provide data that backs up system requirements, including phase noise, compression points,associated chainlossesand signals analysis
Tuning of RF circuits to achieveoptimalperformance
Proficient in simulation tools (ADS, CST,HFSS, MATLAB)
Proven track recordof promoting cooperation and teamwork
Demonstration of problem-solving skills and solution-oriented approaches when dealing with challenges
Flexibility toshiftingpriorities and operational requirements
Attention to detail,highly organized with clear communication skills
Proficiency in scripting languages and testing tools (Python preferred).

Preferred Skills/

Qualifications:

Strong background in high-frequency RF systems (e.g., Ku-band, Ka-band)
End-to-end RF system analysis, simulation, and optimization
Knowledge of frequency spectrum management
Knowledge ofstate-of-the-artRFanalogand high-speed digital signal processing techniques and technologies using Xilinx/AMDMPSoC/RFSoC.
Passive and active antenna design, and antenna measurement techniques
Experience of power supply design and EMI mitigation techniques
Experience of digital circuit design including microcontroller,FPGAand high-speed transceivers

Spire operates a hybrid work model, and this position will require you to work a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Access to US export-controlled software and/or technology may be required for this role. If needed, Spire will arrange the necessary licenses—this is not something candidates need to have before applying. #LI-MK1

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