Principal RF Design Engineer RF & Microwave satellite systems

Overview

Principal RF Design Engineer - High-performance RF & Microwave satellite systems

London / UK

On-site | Minimal travel

Visa sponsorship can be provided for candidates with NATO passport (no exceptions)

Shape the future of high-performance RF & Microwave satellite systems

We are seeking a Principal RF Design Engineer to act as a senior technical authority across our RF and Microwave product portfolio. This is a pivotal role for an experienced engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges, influencing product strategy, and mentoring others—while delivering real commercial impact.

Working within a highly skilled, multidisciplinary engineering environment, you will lead the design and development of advanced RF solutions spanning IF, L-, C-, X-, Ku-, K-, Ka- and Q/V-Bands
, from concept through to fully productionised products.

• Lead the design, simulation and development of RF and Microwave products across DC–6 GHz and into mmWave (>40 GHz).
• Solve complex RF design challenges that directly influence product performance, technology direction and business outcomes
  .
• Perform RF system analysis
  , including cascade analysis and frequency planning.
• Technically lead projects, working closely with mechanical, systems, digital and manufacturing teams.

• Extensive experience in RF & Microwave design
  , ideally from DC to >40 GHz
  .
• Deep understanding of RF circuit theory, transmission lines, PCB layout and passive/active networks
  .
• Hands-on experience designing amplifiers, splitters, switches, converters and RF subsystems
  .
• Proficiency with RF CAD tools such as NI/AWR Microwave Office
  .
• Strong practical skills using RF test equipment (
  VNAs, spectrum analysers, etc.).
• Proven ability to influence technical direction and lead complex engineering activities.

If you’re ready to take a senior technical leadership role where your RF expertise will make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Principal RF Design Engineer - High-performance RF & Microwave satellite systems is based in London UK
- Visa sponsorship can be provided for candidates with NATO passport (no exceptions).

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Apply now or contact us to learn more.